Description
Smash Burger Tacos are a delicious fusion dish combining the juicy, crispy-edged flavors of classic smash burgers with the soft, foldable convenience of tacos. Ground beef patties are pressed thin and cooked directly on a skillet, topped with melted American cheese, and wrapped in warm flour tortillas with your favorite burger toppings for a mouthwatering handheld meal.
Ingredients
Beef and Cheese
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend)
- 6 slices American cheese
Tortillas
- 6 small flour tortillas
Cooking Fat
- 1 tbsp butter or oil for cooking
Seasoning and Toppings
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Burger toppings (pickles, onions, lettuce, sauce)
Instructions
- Preheat Skillet: Heat a skillet or griddle over medium-high heat until hot and ready for cooking.
- Form and Smash Patties: Place a small ball of ground beef onto each tortilla. Using a spatula, press each ball flat against the pan to create a thin, crispy-edged patty.
- Cook First Side: Let the beef cook for about 2 minutes without moving to allow a crust to form.
- Flip and Melt Cheese: Flip each patty so the beef side sears directly on the skillet. Immediately add a slice of American cheese on top and allow it to melt while finishing cooking.
- Assemble Tacos: Remove the patties and tortillas from the heat. Add your favorite burger toppings like pickles, onions, lettuce, and sauce atop the cheesy patties.
- Fold and Serve: Fold the tortillas over the filling like tacos and serve immediately for best taste and texture.
Notes
- For crispier tacos, toast the tortillas lightly after assembling the tacos.
- Enhance flavor by trying spicy mayo or a special burger sauce as a topping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American Fusion
