American · Dinner · Easy
Smash Burger Tacos
0.0 (0 ratings)- Total
- 40 min
- Prep
- 20 min
- Serves
- 4
- Calories
- 640
Thin beef patties sear directly onto tortillas, leaving crisp edges beneath melted cheese, pickles and a tangy burger sauce.
Pressing beef firmly onto the tortilla is the trick behind Smash Burger Tacos: the meat browns against the hot pan while its juices flavor the bread. A quick flip crisps the tortilla and gives the cheese time to soften.
Use small flour tortillas and a thin, even layer of beef that reaches the edges. Cook just one or two at a time so the pan stays hot enough to brown the meat.
Method
Stir together the mayonnaise, ketchup and yellow mustard. Set out the lettuce, dill pickles and onion so the tacos can be dressed while hot.
Divide the ground beef into eight portions. Press one portion onto each tortilla in a thin layer all the way to the edges. Season the exposed beef with salt and black pepper.
Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add two tortillas beef-side down, press firmly with a spatula and cook for until browned. Flip and place half a cheese slice over each patty.
Cook for more until the tortillas are crisp, the cheese softens and the beef reaches 160°F; insert the thermometer sideways into the meat. Repeat for three more batches, carefully pouring off excess fat between batches.
Top each taco with lettuce, pickles, onion and a drizzle of sauce. Fold gently and serve as each batch is ready.
Forkue tips
- A sturdy spatula makes it easier to lift the browned beef without leaving it behind in the pan.
Storing and reheating
Refrigerate cooked, untopped tacos for up to 3 days and keep the salad and sauce separate. Reheat meat-side up in a 375°F (190°C) oven until the beef reaches 165°F, then add cold toppings.
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Smash Burger Tacos: FAQ
Can I use corn tortillas?
Yes, but they are more likely to crack when folded. Warm them slightly before pressing on the beef, and use a wide spatula when flipping.
Why does the beef fall off the tortilla?
It was probably too thick or loosely pressed. Push raw beef firmly right to the tortilla edges and let a crust form before the first flip.
How do I store and reheat Smash Burger Tacos?
Refrigerate cooked, untopped tacos for up to 3 days and keep the salad and sauce separate. Reheat meat-side up in a 375°F (190°C) oven until the beef reaches 165°F, then add cold toppings.
How long does Smash Burger Tacos take?
About 40 min in total: 20 min prep and 20 min cooking.
What do I need to make Smash Burger Tacos?
The key ingredients are ground beef, flour tortillas, american cheese, iceberg lettuce, dill pickles and onion, plus pantry basics.
Any tips for Smash Burger Tacos?
A sturdy spatula makes it easier to lift the browned beef without leaving it behind in the pan.
