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Smash Burger Tacos Recipe

Smash Burger Tacos fuse crispy thin beef patties smashed directly onto golden tortillas with melted American cheese and classic burger toppings. Drizzled with tangy special sauce, these viral hybrids deliver burger crunch in taco form.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb ground beef 80/20
  • 6 small flour tortillas 5-inch
  • 6 slices American cheese
  • 2 tsp burger seasoning
  • Burger Sauce:
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp ketchup
  • 1 tbsp sweet pickle relish
  • 1 tbsp yellow mustard
  • 1 tsp hot sauce
  • Toppings:
  • 1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
  • 1/4 cup diced onion
  • 12 pickle slices
  • Sesame seeds

Instructions

  • 1. Divide beef into 6 portions (2.5 oz each). Press each portion flat onto tortilla leaving 1/2-inch border. Season generously.[web:206]
  • 2. Heat skillet over medium-high. Add 2 tbsp oil. Place 2-3 tacos beef-side down. Smash firmly with spatula. Cook 2-3 minutes until crispy.[web:206]
  • 3. Flip tacos. Add cheese slice to each. Cover 1 minute until melty. Repeat with remaining tacos.[web:206]
  • 4. Mix sauce ingredients. Top tacos with sauce, lettuce, onion, pickles, sesame seeds.

Notes

  • Use 80/20 beef for crispy edges.[web:209]
  • Press firmly when smashing for thin crispy patties.[web:206]
  • American cheese melts perfectly without overpowering.

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