Description

Smash Burger Tacos are a fun fusion of classic American burger flavors and Mexican-style tacos. Juicy, crisped ground beef patties are cooked quickly on a skillet, topped with melted cheese, and assembled in warm tortillas with creamy burger sauce, crisp lettuce, onions, and pickles, making for a delicious and satisfying meal that combines the best of both worlds.

Ingredients

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Burger Sauce / Big Mac Sauce:

1 cup mayonnaise
4 tablespoons pickle relish
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 tablespoon white vinegar
1 1/4 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder

Tacos:

4 Flour tortillas, 6 inches in size
1 pound lean ground beef
Salt and pepper, both to taste
1 tablespoon neutral oil (vegetable, canola, or avocado)
4 slices American Cheese (or your preferred cheese)
1 small onion, diced
Dill pickle chips, to taste
Shredded iceberg lettuce, to taste

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Instructions

Prepare the burger sauce: In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, pickle relish, Dijon mustard, sugar, white vinegar, paprika, onion powder, and garlic powder. Mix well. For best flavor, cover and refrigerate for at least 30-60 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Portion the beef: Divide the ground beef into four equal portions, about 4 ounces each, shaping them into loose balls for easy pressing.
Assemble the tortillas: Lay a tortilla flat on your work surface. Spread one portion of ground beef evenly over its surface, covering the entire tortilla. Sprinkle salt and pepper over the beef to taste.
Cook the smash taco: Heat a skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Add a small amount of oil and swirl to coat. Gently transfer the tortilla with the beef side down onto the hot surface. Use a spatula or pressing tool to flatten slightly and apply gentle pressure, creating a thin patty. Cook for about 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
Add cheese and finish cooking: Flip the patty carefully, and place a slice of cheese on top. Cook for an additional 1-3 minutes until the cheese melts and the tortilla edges are crispy to your liking.
Repeat for each taco: Remove from heat and repeat the process for the remaining tortillas and beef portions.
Assemble the tacos: Spread burger sauce over the cooked beef patties, then top with shredded lettuce, diced onions, and pickle chips. Serve immediately.

Notes

The burger sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, allowing flavors to develop.
Use fajita-sized tortillas (6-inch) for this recipe; smaller street taco-sized tortillas can be used for smaller tacos, about 8 per batch.
Feel free to substitute different cheeses or condiments according to your preference.
This recipe is best cooked on a griddle or large skillet to cook all tacos at once for uniformity.
Leftover sauce can be stored covered in the fridge for up to 5 days. Shake or stir before using again.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 taco (approx. 150g)
Calories: 380 kcal
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 420mg
Fat: 26g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 23g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 20g
Cholesterol: 70mg