Crispy & Juicy Smash Burger Tacos
Smash Burger Tacos are a quick, flavor-packed fusion dish that combines crispy smashed beef with soft tortillas and classic burger toppings. Ready in just 20 minutes, they’re perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. With juicy meat, melty cheese, and fresh toppings, every bite delivers the best of both burgers and tacos.Easy to customize and incredibly satisfying, this recipe is one you’ll keep coming back to.
Ingredients
- 500 g ground beef 80/20
- 8 small flour tortillas
- 8 slices American cheese or cheddar
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 medium tomato diced
- ½ small onion thinly sliced
- 16 pickle slices
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp mustard
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
Preheat the pan
- Heat a large skillet or griddle over high heat until very hot.
Prepare the beef
- Divide the ground beef into 8 equal portions (about 60–70 g each).
Assemble the base
- Press each portion of beef directly onto a tortilla, spreading it thin and evenly to cover the surface.
Season
- Sprinkle salt, pepper, and garlic powder over the beef.
Cook beef-side down
- Place the tortilla beef-side down onto the hot skillet. Press firmly with a spatula to “smash” it.
Sear
- Cook for 2–3 minutes until the beef develops a crispy crust.
Flip and add cheese
- Flip the taco and immediately place a slice of cheese on the beef.
Finish cooking
- Cook for another 1–2 minutes until the cheese melts and the tortilla is lightly toasted.
Prepare the sauce
- In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, ketchup, and mustard.
Assemble tacos
- Remove tacos from heat and top with lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, and sauce.
Serve immediately
- Enjoy while hot and crispy.