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Viral Smash Burger Tacos
Discover the viral sensation of Smash Burger Tacos, an incredibly easy and quick recipe perfect for a high-protein dinner. This recipe features seasoned ground beef smashed directly onto small tortillas, cooked until crispy, then topped with melted cheese and classic burger fixings like shredded lettuce, tomato, pickles, and a delicious homemade special sauce. It's a fun and flavorful twist on two favorites, ideal for a weeknight meal or casual gathering.
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Smashing the Beef onto the Tortilla
Recipe Information
10m
Prep Time
15m
Cook Time
25m
Total Time
6
Servings
Easy
American Fusion
English
Nutrition (per serving)
350
Calories
25g
Protein
25g
Carbs
18g
Fat
Cooking Beef and Tortilla on the Griddle
Ingredients
Servings: 6
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Melted Cheese on the Cooked Burger Taco
Instructions
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- Prepare toppings and special sauce: Shred the lettuce, slice the tomatoes and pickles, and finely dice the red onion (if using). In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, ketchup, yellow mustard, sweet pickle relish (if using), garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to create the special sauce. Form the ground beef into 6-8 small, compact balls.10m
Preview10mPreviewPrepare toppings and special sauce: Shred the lettuce, slice the tomatoes and pickles, and finely dice the red onion (if using). In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, ketchup, yellow mustard, sweet pickle relish (if using), garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to create the special sauce. Form the ground beef into 6-8 small, compact balls. - Smash and cook beef on tortillas: Heat a large griddle or non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Place a small flour tortilla on the hot surface. Immediately place a ball of ground beef on top of the tortilla and use a flat, sturdy spatula or burger press to smash the beef very thinly onto the tortilla. Season the beef generously with salt and pepper.3m
Preview3mPreviewSmash and cook beef on tortillas: Heat a large griddle or non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Place a small flour tortilla on the hot surface. Immediately place a ball of ground beef on top of the tortilla and use a flat, sturdy spatula or burger press to smash the beef very thinly onto the tortilla. Season the beef generously with salt and pepper. - Flip and add cheese: Cook for 2-3 minutes until the beef is browned and crispy and has securely adhered to the tortilla. Carefully flip the beef-side down tortilla over. Immediately place a slice of American cheese on top of the cooked beef.1m
Preview1mPreviewFlip and add cheese: Cook for 2-3 minutes until the beef is browned and crispy and has securely adhered to the tortilla. Carefully flip the beef-side down tortilla over. Immediately place a slice of American cheese on top of the cooked beef. - Melt cheese and toast tortilla: Continue cooking for another 1-2 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and the tortilla is lightly toasted and warmed through on the bottom. Remove from the griddle and set aside. Repeat with remaining beef and tortillas.2mPreview2mPreviewMelt cheese and toast tortilla: Continue cooking for another 1-2 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and the tortilla is lightly toasted and warmed through on the bottom. Remove from the griddle and set aside. Repeat with remaining beef and tortillas.
- Assemble and serve: Once all smash burger tacos are cooked, immediately top each with a generous amount of shredded lettuce, sliced tomato, pickles, diced red onion (if using), and a drizzle of the prepared special sauce. Serve hot and enjoy!3m
Preview3mPreviewAssemble and serve: Once all smash burger tacos are cooked, immediately top each with a generous amount of shredded lettuce, sliced tomato, pickles, diced red onion (if using), and a drizzle of the prepared special sauce. Serve hot and enjoy!
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