Mississippi Pot Roast Smashburgers
Some dishes earn their reputation through slow cooking, patience, and tradition, and Mississippi Pot Roast is one of those iconic recipes. Known for its combination of ranch seasoning, tangy pepperoncini peppers, and hearty beef, it has become a favorite comfort food across the country. The original dish simmers for hours until it practically melts into tender perfection, but here at Revolution Barbecue we wanted to see how those same bold flavors could translate into a backyard burger. By taking the familiar ranch and pepperoncini flavor base and applying it to a smashburger, the result is a dish that feels both nostalgic and new. The quick sear of the griddle intensifies the beefiness while the gravy adds richness, creating a burger that captures the soul of Mississippi Pot Roast in a handheld form. The flavor is layered and dynamic: savory beef, creamy cheese, and zesty peppers balanced with a glossy gravy that ties it all together. If comfort food had a smashburger cousin, this is it, and it might just become your new go-to way to enjoy pot roast flavors without ever turning on the oven.
Mississippi Pot Roast Style Smashburgers with Texas Beef BBQ Rub
5 burgers
15 minutes
1.15 hours
510
American
Main Dish
The beauty of this burger is in the way it borrows from tradition yet carves out its own identity. Mississippi Pot Roast is legendary for its deep, savory flavors that come from the marriage of ranch seasoning, pepperoncini peppers, and rich beef gravy. Translating those elements into a burger means respecting the character of the original while embracing the fast-seared intensity of a smashburger. When the beef hits the hot griddle, the ranch seasoning infuses every bite, while the quick addition of pepperoncini peppers creates tang and a hint of heat. A slice of cheddar lends creamy sharpness, and the toasted bun offers the perfect vehicle to carry it all. What truly sets this version apart is the homemade gravy seasoned with Texas Beef BBQ Rub, which brings depth, smokiness, and a touch of spice to balance the richness. This burger is more than just a twist on a pot roast—it is a celebration of comfort flavors reimagined for the backyard cook, where crispy edges and juicy centers are the mark of success. Each bite delivers nostalgia and innovation in equal measure.
Ingredients
For the Gravy
- 2 tablespoons beef tallow (or butter)
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups beef stock
- 1 teaspoon Revolution Barbecue Texas Beef BBQ Rub
For the Burgers
- 1 pound ground beef (80/20 blend recommended)
- ½ packet (about 14 grams) Ranch Dressing & Recipe Mix (from a 1 ounce packet)
- 5 tablespoons sliced pepperoncini peppers (about 1 tablespoon per burger)
- 2 teaspoons Revolution Barbecue Texas Beef BBQ Rub
- 5 slices cheddar cheese
- 5 seeded or everything burger buns
Directions
- Prepare the beef mixture: In a bowl, combine ground beef with half a packet of Ranch Dressing & Recipe Mix. Mix gently until incorporated. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour to let flavors develop.
- Make the gravy: Heat a saucepan over medium heat. Add beef tallow, then whisk in flour to create a roux. Slowly whisk in beef stock until smooth. Season with Revolution Barbecue Texas Beef BBQ Rub. Simmer for 5–7 minutes until thickened. Keep warm.
- Form the patties: Divide the beef mixture into 5 equal balls.
- Smash the burgers: Preheat a griddle, flat-top, or cast-iron pan to high. Place each beef ball on the hot surface, sprinkle with Revolution Barbecue Texas Beef BBQ Rub and 1 tablespoon pepperoncini peppers. After about 20 seconds, smash the ball down firmly with a burger press or heavy spatula until thin and lacey. Cook until the crust forms, about 1–2 minutes.
- Flip and melt: Flip each patty and top immediately with cheddar cheese. Cook 30–45 seconds until the cheese melts.
- Toast the buns: Place buns cut-side down on the griddle for about 1 minute until golden.
- Assemble: Spread beef gravy on both the top and bottom buns. Place a smashburger on each bun. Serve hot and messy.
