Description
Smash Burger Tacos combine the flavors of a classic cheeseburger with the convenience and crunch of a taco. Ground beef is smashed onto flour tortillas and seared until crisp before melty American cheese is added. They are topped with shredded iceberg lettuce, diced onions, dill pickles, and a tangy homemade Big Mac-style sauce, resulting in a savory, juicy, and satisfying meal perfect for weeknights.
Ingredients
- 4 flour tortillas, 6-inch size
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp neutral oil
- 4 slices American cheese
- 1 small onion, diced
- Dill pickle chips
- Shredded iceberg lettuce
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 4 tbsp pickle relish
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1/2 tbsp white vinegar
- 1 1/4 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together mayonnaise, pickle relish, Dijon mustard, sugar, white vinegar, paprika, onion powder, and garlic powder to make the Big Mac Sauce. Set aside.
- Divide the ground beef into 4 equal portions.
- Evenly spread each portion of beef onto a flour tortilla, pressing gently. Season with salt and pepper.
- Heat neutral oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Place a tortilla beef-side down into the skillet and press the beef firmly with a spatula.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing a crisp crust to form.
- Flip the tortilla, then place a slice of American cheese on the cooked beef side.
- Cook for an additional 1-3 minutes until the cheese melts and the tortilla is golden.
- Remove from the skillet and top with shredded iceberg lettuce, diced onions, dill pickle chips, and a generous drizzle of Big Mac Sauce.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
For substitutions, ground turkey or plant-based patties work as alternatives to beef, and cheddar can replace American cheese. Prepare the Big Mac Sauce in advance and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Store leftover taco components separately to prevent sogginess; reheat beef-tortilla bases in a skillet before topping. If the beef shrinks during cooking, press it thinner before searing or use a lower heat to avoid overcooking. Use shredded romaine for a crunchier texture if preferred.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 1180mg
- Fat: 33g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg