Smash Burger Tacos
A mouthwatering fusion of juicy smash burger patties and classic taco toppings, these Smash Burger Tacos are crispy, cheesy, and packed with flavor. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal that everyone will love.
Equipment
- Cast iron skillet or heavy pan
- Spatula
- Mixing bowl
- Knife and cutting board
Ingredients
For the Smash Burger Patties:
- 1 lb ground beef 80/20
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- Optional: garlic powder onion powder
For the Burger Sauce:
- 1/4 cup mayo
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp mustard yellow or Dijon
- 1 tbsp pickle juice
- 1 tsp hot sauce optional
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 clove garlic minced or 1/4 tsp garlic powder
For the Tacos:
- 8 –10 small tortillas flour or corn
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 tomato diced
- 1/2 red onion thinly sliced
- 1 avocado sliced or mashed
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese cheddar or Mexican blend
- Pickled jalapeños to taste
- Fresh cilantro chopped
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
Prep Ingredients:
- Chop veggies, prepare toppings, and mix all burger sauce ingredients in a bowl.
- Form Meatballs:
- Divide beef into 8–10 loose balls. Don’t overwork. Season with salt and pepper right before cooking.
Heat Pan:
- Heat cast iron skillet until very hot. Add oil and butter right before cooking.
Smash Patties:
- Place meatball in skillet and smash flat (about 1/4 inch thick). Cook undisturbed for 1–2 minutes until crispy edges form.
Flip:
- Flip patty and cook for another 30 seconds. Remove and repeat.
Warm Tortillas:
- Heat tortillas in a separate pan or directly over flame.
Assemble Tacos:
- Spread burger sauce on tortilla, add patty, then toppings: cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, avocado, more sauce, cilantro, and lime.
Nutrition
Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 16gFat: 22g
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