Smash Burger Tacos
These fun and delicious Smash Burger Tacos have all the flavor of a classic cheeseburger with the crispy edges of a smash burger and the easy handheld shape of a taco.
Servings 8
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 8 small flour tortillas
- 8 slices cheddar cheese or American cheese
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/2 cup diced pickles
- 1/4 cup finely diced onion optional
Burger Sauce
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise or plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp mustard
- 1 tbsp finely chopped pickles or relish
- 1/2 tsp pickle juice
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp paprika
Instructions
- In a small bowl, stir together mayonnaise or Greek yogurt, ketchup, mustard, chopped pickles, pickle juice if using, garlic powder, and paprika.Set aside while you make the tacos.
- In a medium bowl, gently mix the ground beef or turkey with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.Divide the meat into 8 equal portions.
- Place one portion of meat onto each tortilla. Use clean hands or a spatula to press the meat into a very thin, even layer that reaches close to the edges of the tortilla.The thinner the meat, the crispier and more smash burger-style the taco will be.
- Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.Place one tortilla meat-side down in the hot skillet. Press firmly with a spatula and cook for 2–3 minutes, until the meat is browned and cooked through.Flip the tortilla so the tortilla side is down. Add a slice of cheese over the cooked meat and cook for another 1–2 minutes, until the tortilla is golden and the cheese melts.Repeat with the remaining tacos.
- Top each smash burger taco with shredded lettuce, pickles, onion if using, and a drizzle of burger sauce.Fold and serve warm.
