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Smashburger Pitas

•   4 Toufayan Sourdough Pitas
•   1 Lb Ground Beef
•   4-8 Slices American Cheese
•   Garlic Powder
•   Onion Powder
•   Salt and Black Pepper  (To taste )
•   1 Tbsp Avocado Oil
•   1 Cup Shredded Lettuce 
•   Dill Pickle Slices 
•   1 Yellow Onion  (Small)
•   1 Tbsp Butter 

Homemade Garlic Butter Sauce

•   1/2 Cup Mayo
•   2 Tbsp Ketchup 
•   1 Tbsp Yellow Mustard
•   1 Tbsp Dill Relish
•   1 Tsp Pickle Juice
•   1 Garlic Clove  (Minced )
•   1/2 Tsp Smoke Paprika 
•   1/2 Tsp Black Pepper

Ingredients are subject to availability at local stores. Unavailable items will be automatically substituted at best-effort.

1. Make the Garlic Burger Sauce

In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, chopped pickles, pickle juice, garlic, smoked paprika, and black pepper.

Mix until smooth and refrigerate while preparing the burgers.

2. Caramelize the Onions

1. Melt butter in a skillet over medium-low heat.
2. Add sliced onions and a pinch of salt.
3. Cook for 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and golden brown. For deeper caramelization, continue cooking another 10–15 minutes.

3. Prepare the Smashburger Pitas

1. Divide ground beef into four equal portions (4 oz each).
2. Lay the Toufayan Sourdough Pitas flat.
3. Press one portion of ground beef directly onto each pita, spreading it into a thin, even layer almost to the edges.
4. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.

Tip: Keep the beef thin so it cooks evenly and the pita remains easy to fold.

4. Cook the Smashburgers

1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with a light coating of avocado oil.
2. Place one pita beef-side down into the hot skillet.
3. Press gently with a spatula to ensure good contact.
4. Cook for approximately 3–4 minutes, until the beef develops a browned crust.
5. Flip the pita and cook for another 2–3 minutes, until the beef reaches 160°F and the pita is lightly golden.
6. Add 1–2 slices of American cheese over the beef.
7. Cover briefly to melt the cheese.

Repeat with the remaining pitas.

5. Assemble

Top each smashburger pita with:

1. Caramelized onions
2. Shredded iceberg lettuce
3. Dill pickle slices
4. A generous drizzle of garlic burger sauce

Fold the pita in half like a taco and serve immediately.