Description
Irresistible smash burger tacos blend juicy beef with crispy edges, creating a mouthwatering fusion of American and Mexican cuisine. Crisp tortillas and melted cheese elevate this dynamic dish you won’t be able to resist.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 4 flour tortillas, 6 inches in size
- 4 slices American cheese
- 1 small onion, diced
- Dill pickle chips
- Shredded iceberg lettuce
Sauce and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 4 tablespoons pickle relish
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Cooking Ingredients:
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon neutral oil (vegetable, canola, or avocado)
Instructions
- Whip up the signature burger sauce by blending mayonnaise, pickle relish, Dijon mustard, sugar, white vinegar, paprika, onion powder, and garlic powder until silky smooth. Set aside for later use.
- Portion ground beef into four equal spherical mounds, ensuring uniform smashing potential across tortillas.
- Spread each beef ball across a tortilla, completely covering the surface to maximize meat coverage. Generously season meat side with salt and pepper for robust flavor.
- Preheat skillet or griddle to medium-high heat, lightly coating surface with oil. Carefully place tortilla beef-side down, pressing firmly with spatula to create a crisp exterior. Cook 2-3 minutes until golden-brown crust develops.
- Flip tortilla and immediately crown with a cheese slice. Continue cooking 1-3 minutes until tortilla achieves a perfect crisp texture without burning.
- Transfer each smash burger taco to serving plate. Lavish with prepared burger sauce, then garnish with diced onions, shredded lettuce, and pickle chips. Fold and serve immediately for optimal taste and temperature.
Notes
- Choose lean ground beef with around 80/20 fat content for maximum flavor and crispy edges while preventing excessive grease.
- Flatten beef gently but firmly using a sturdy metal spatula to ensure even cooking and maximum surface area for caramelization.
- Prepare all toppings and sauce beforehand to streamline the cooking process and serve hot, fresh tacos immediately after cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 745
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 950 mg
- Fat: 49 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg