Description
These Smash Burger Tacos combine the crispy, caramelized flavor of classic smash burgers with the convenient handheld style of street tacos. Featuring a tangy, creamy sauce and fresh toppings inside mini flour tortillas, this recipe delivers a perfect balance of savory, crunchy, and fresh sensations in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
Sauce:
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 2 tablespoons chopped dill pickle
- 2 teaspoons yellow mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
Tacos:
- 8 mini flour tortillas (street taco size)
- 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 8 slices American cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/2 cup sliced sweet pickles
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 1/4 cup finely chopped tomatoes (optional)
Instructions
- Make the sauce: In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, ketchup, chopped dill pickle, yellow mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well, cover, and refrigerate until ready to use. This sauce tastes even better if prepared earlier or the day before, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Prepare the beef patties: Season the ground beef with salt and pepper. Divide the meat into eight loosely shaped balls. Avoid rolling them tightly, as loosely shaped meat flattens more easily and helps create crispy edges during cooking.
- Cook the tacos: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Working in batches, place one portion of the ground beef into the skillet. Immediately lay one mini tortilla on top of the beef, then press down firmly with a burger press or flat spatula until the beef is about 1/4-inch thick. Cook for one to two minutes until the beef is browned and crispy on the bottom. Flip the entire tortilla and beef patty, then place one slice of American cheese on top. Cover the skillet and cook for about one more minute until the tortilla is browned and the cheese melts. Repeat until all tacos are cooked.
- Add the sauce and toppings: Serve the tacos immediately topped with the prepared sauce. Add shredded lettuce, sweet pickles, finely chopped onion, and optional chopped tomatoes to each taco for fresh crunch and flavor.
Notes
- The signature crispy edges of the smash burger come from loosely shaped meat and pressing it thin in the skillet.
- Make the sauce ahead for deeper flavor and ease of assembly.
- Mini flour tortillas work best for street-style tacos, but you can use corn tortillas if preferred.
- If you like, customize your toppings with sliced jalapeños or avocado slices for extra flavor.
- Use a heavy-bottomed skillet or cast iron pan for best browning results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
