The culinary scene in Egypt never ceases to innovate and create, with each season bringing with it a new twist on a run-of-the-mill dish. The latest trend that has replaced the burger in the city is the smashed burger. But what is the smashed burger? It is when the burger is made by cooking ground beef on a skillet or a pan with the cook immediately pressing down on it as it sizzles. This technique allows for a more flavourful patty and as a result a more sumptuous meal. The smashed burger touched down in Cairo a while back but its popularity and the demand for it is not slowing down as several joints serving the burger have popped up over the years, while existing restaurants have added it to their menus. Here are five joints in town to have smashed burgers. Maine While Maine mainly (pun-intended) serves seafood rolls and burgers, it has also joined in the smashed burger trend and integrated it as an option on its menu. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Maine Egypt (@maineegypt) Located in Cairo at The Drive…
