Description
Craving a mouthwatering fusion? Smash burger tacos blend American grilling techniques with Mexican street food flair, creating an irresistible handheld delight packed with crispy edges and bold flavors you’ll devour in seconds.
Ingredients
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Sauce Ingredients:
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 4 tablespoons (60 ml) pickle relish
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tablespoon (7.5 ml) white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Prepare ground beef into 4 equal portions, ensuring uniform size for consistent cooking.
- Lay a tortilla flat and spread a single portion of ground beef across its entire surface, creating an even layer that covers the entire tortilla.
- Generously season the exposed beef surface with salt and pepper, distributing seasonings evenly for balanced flavor.
- Preheat a skillet or griddle to medium-high temperature and lightly grease the cooking surface with oil to prevent sticking.
- Carefully place the tortilla meat-side down onto the hot surface, applying firm pressure with a spatula to create a thin, crispy patty.
- Cook the patty for 2-3 minutes until a rich golden-brown crust develops, indicating proper caramelization.
- Swiftly flip the patty and immediately top with a slice of cheese, allowing it to melt and integrate with the meat.
- Continue cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes, monitoring the tortilla’s crispness and ensuring even browning without burning.
- Transfer the smash taco burger from the heat, placing it on a preparation surface.
- Repeat the cooking process for remaining tortillas and meat portions.
- Construct the final taco by layering burger sauce, crisp lettuce, diced onions, and tangy pickles atop the cooked patty.
- Plate the smash taco burgers immediately and serve while hot and fresh.
Notes
- Save time by prepping all ingredients before cooking, ensuring a smooth workflow and hot, fresh tacos.
- Choose high-fat ground beef like 80/20 for maximum flavor and that signature crispy, caramelized crust.
- Press meat gently but firmly onto tortillas to create an even, thin layer that guarantees perfect browning and crispy edges.
- Use cast iron skillet or flat griddle for the best heat distribution and ultimate crispy texture.
- Season beef generously with salt and pepper right before cooking to enhance meat’s natural flavors.
- Pat ground beef dry before spreading on tortillas to prevent excess moisture and promote better searing.
- Opt for corn tortillas for authentic crunch or flour tortillas for softer texture, depending on personal preference.
- Keep cooking surface hot but not smoking to achieve golden-brown crust without burning the tortilla.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 132
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg