Description
These Smash Burger Tacos combine the juicy, flavorful goodness of classic smash burgers with the convenience and fun of tacos. Seasoned ground beef is formed into thin patties on flour tortillas, cooked until crispy, topped with melted cheddar cheese, and finished with fresh toppings and a tangy homemade smash burger sauce. Ready in just 15 minutes, this recipe makes a perfect quick meal for family or friends.
Ingredients
For the Smash Burgers
- 1 pound fresh ground beef
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 6 6-inch flour tortillas
- 6 slices sharp cheddar cheese
Toppings
- shredded lettuce
- sliced pickles
- diced tomatoes
- ½ cup diced onions (optional)
Smash Burger Sauce
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons finely diced pickles (can substitute relish)
- 1 tablespoon pickle juice (can substitute vinegar; use less for thicker sauce)
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- ¼ teaspoon yellow mustard
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder (can substitute fresh minced onion)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the cooking surface: Heat a griddle or large nonstick skillet over medium heat to prepare for cooking the smash burger tacos.
- Divide and form meat balls: Portion the ground beef into 6 equal balls, ensuring even cooking for each taco patty.
- Prepare burger toppings: Chop your desired burger toppings such as diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, pickle slices, and optional diced onions. Set aside for assembly.
- Mix the smash burger sauce: In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, finely diced pickles, ketchup, yellow mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and pickle juice. Stir until well blended and set aside.
- Form and season the patties on tortillas: Place one tortilla on a plate, set a meat ball on top, and use your hands or back of a spoon to press the meat evenly to cover the entire tortilla surface. Season the meat generously with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Cook the meat side down: Transfer the tortilla with the pressed meat onto the heated griddle, meat side down. Cook for about 3 minutes until the bottom is crispy and the tortilla begins to crisp as well.
- Flip and add cheese: Flip the tortilla carefully, place a slice of sharp cheddar cheese over the cooked meat, and cook the other side for an additional 2 to 3 minutes until the cheese has melted and the tortilla is crisp.
- Assemble and serve: Remove from heat, top with your prepared toppings and a drizzle of the smash burger sauce. Serve immediately while warm for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- You can customize toppings according to your preference—add jalapeños, onions, or your favorite condiments.
- If you prefer a thicker smash burger sauce, reduce the amount of pickle juice.
- Using a griddle helps achieve an even crispy crust on the tortilla and meat, but a large nonstick skillet works equally well.
- For a gluten-free option, substitute the flour tortillas with gluten-free tortillas.
- These tacos are best enjoyed fresh and hot to maintain the crispy textures.
- Prep Time: 7 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
