Description
These Smash Burger Tacos combine the juicy, crispy goodness of classic smash burgers with the convenience and fun of soft flour tortillas. Featuring a tangy, flavorful burger sauce and topped with fresh shredded lettuce, diced onions, and dill pickle chips, these tacos offer a delicious twist on traditional tacos perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Burger 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
Burgers
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon neutral oil (vegetable, canola, or avocado)
- 4 flour tortillas, 6 inches in size
- 4 slices American cheese (or your preferred burger cheese)
Toppings
- 1 small onion, diced
- Dill pickle chips, for topping
- Shredded iceberg lettuce, for topping
Instructions
- Make the burger sauce: In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, pickle relish, Dijon mustard, sugar, white vinegar, paprika, onion powder, and garlic powder. Mix well until thoroughly combined. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 to 60 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Prepare the beef: Divide the ground beef into four equal portions and shape each into a ball, keeping them loosely packed for tender texture.
- Assemble the tacos: Place a 6-inch flour tortilla on a clean work surface. Spread one beef portion evenly over the tortilla, covering the entire surface to form a thin layer of meat.
- Season the beef: Sprinkle salt and pepper evenly over the beef-covered side of the tortilla for balanced seasoning.
- Preheat skillet or griddle: Heat a skillet or griddle over medium-high heat and lightly coat the surface with neutral oil to prevent sticking and promote crisping.
- Cook the smash burgers: Gently transfer the tortilla with the beef side down onto the hot skillet, then press lightly with a spatula to create a thin patty. Cook for about 2 to 3 minutes until the meat is golden and crispy.
- Flip and add cheese: Carefully flip the taco burger over. Immediately place a slice of American cheese on top and cook for another 1 to 3 minutes until the cheese melts and the tortilla edges turn crispy but not burnt.
- Repeat: Remove from heat and repeat the cooking process with the remaining beef portions and tortillas.
- Assemble final tacos: Top each smash burger taco with the prepared burger sauce, shredded iceberg lettuce, diced onions, and dill pickle chips. Serve immediately for best taste and textural contrast.
Notes
- For best flavor, refrigerate the burger sauce for at least 30 minutes before assembling the tacos.
- Use a neutral oil like vegetable, canola, or avocado oil to avoid overpowering the burger’s flavor.
- You can substitute American cheese with cheddar, pepper jack, or your favorite melting cheese.
- Cook the tacos on medium-high heat to achieve a crispy crust without burning the tortillas.
- Add extra toppings such as sliced jalapeños or a squeeze of lime for more flavor variations.
