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Bigger, Better Big Arch Burger — Step-by-Step Guide & Transcript

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0h 01m video Published Jul 24, 2026 Transcribed Sep 2, 2026 F Food Wishes
Beginner 1 min read For: Home cooks and burger enthusiasts looking for a quick, improved smash burger technique.
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This video presents a step-by-step guide to making an improved version of the Big Arch burger at home, focusing on a homemade sauce, pre-smashed patties, and a specific assembly order.

[00:12]
Big Arch Sauce Recipe

The sauce combines mayonnaise, ketchup, yellow mustard, sweet pickle relish, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cider vinegar, and three shakes of cayenne.

[00:24]
Pre-Smashed 5-Ounce Patties

Patties are pre-smashed for uniform shape and thickness, using 5-ounce portions instead of the standard 4-ounce.

[00:36]
Cheese Immediately After Flip

After flipping the smash burger, cheese is immediately placed on top to melt.

[00:49]
Assembly with Toasted Bun and Toppings

The bun is toasted and dressed with a generous amount of sauce, then topped with Funyuns, a third slice of cheese, three dill pickle slices, and iceberg lettuce.

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Tutorial Checklist

1 00:12 Mix mayonnaise, ketchup, yellow mustard, sweet pickle relish, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cider vinegar, and three shakes of cayenne to make the sauce.
2 00:24 Form two 5-ounce patties and smash them ahead of time for uniform shape and thickness.
3 00:36 Toast the buns.
4 00:36 Cook the pre-smashed patties, flip them, and immediately place cheese on top.
5 00:49 Dress the toasted bun with a generous amount of sauce.
6 00:49 Top the patties with Funyuns, a third slice of cheese, three dill pickle slices, and iceberg lettuce.

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What ingredients are used in the Big Arch sauce?

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Mayonnaise, ketchup, yellow mustard, sweet pickle relish, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cider vinegar, and cayenne.

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What size are the patties in this recipe?

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5 ounces instead of 4 ounces.

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Why does the creator prefer smashing the patties ahead of time?

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Smashing ahead of time allows for a uniform shape and thickness, making it easier.

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When should you add cheese to a smash burger?

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Immediately place the cheese over the patty after flipping.

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What toppings are added to the burger?

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Funyuns, three dill pickle slices, and iceberg lettuce.

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💡 Key Takeaways

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Pre-smashing for Uniformity

Pre-smashing patties ahead of time ensures a uniform shape and thickness, making the cooking process easier and more consistent.

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Larger Patty Size

Using 5-ounce patties instead of the standard 4-ounce increases the burger's size and heartiness.

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Cheese Placement After Flip

Placing cheese immediately after flipping the patty ensures it melts perfectly over the hot surface.

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Toasted Bun Essential

Serving on a toasted bun is emphasized as crucial to avoid a 'beta' or inferior burger experience.

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[00:01] название зубного имплантата. Я покажу вам более простой и лучший способ приготовления бургеров «смаш». Начнём с приготовления нашего более крупного и лучшего соуса «Большая арка», для которого используется майонез. Добавим немного кетчупа, жёлтой горчицы, сладкого

[00:14] маринованного огурца, чесночного порошка, копчёной паприки, щепотку яблочного уксуса, а затем ровно три щепотки кайенского перца, чтобы сделать его вкуснее и котлеты. Думаю, заранее всё сделать гораздо проще. Мы можем получить

[00:27] красивую однородную форму и толщину. Мы используем котлеты весом 5 унций вместо 4 унций. В конце концов Джексон из вашего протеинового журнала. Я думаю, нет ничего лучше, чем подать хороший бургер на неподжаренной булочке. Переложите наши

[00:41] вы это сделаете, сразу же положите сверху сыр. начинять поджаренную булочку, для чего, на мой взгляд, сначала нужно добавить довольно много соуса. Для невероятно ароматной, сочной, хрустящей карамелизированной корочки, выложите сверху

[00:56] третий кусочек сыра. Выложите три ломтика маринованных огурцов . И последний шаг — это украсить всё это листьями салата айсберг. И, друзья мои, this truly was a bigger, and I think much, much, much better Big Archburger.

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