Description

These smash burger tacos are crispy, juicy, cheesy, and packed with fresh toppings. A thin layer of seasoned beef cooks right onto flour tortillas, then gets finished with melted cheddar, diced onion, diced tomato, chopped cilantro, and a drizzle of burger sauce for an easy dinner that tastes like the best parts of burger night and taco night together.

Ingredients

Scale

1 pound ground beef, preferably 80/20
4 small flour tortillas
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup diced white onion
1/2 cup diced fresh tomatoes
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
1/4 cup burger sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

Preheat a large skillet or griddle over medium-high heat for a few minutes until hot.
In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix gently just until seasoned.
Divide the beef into 4 equal portions. Press one portion in a thin, even layer directly onto each flour tortilla, spreading it almost to the edges.
Place each tortilla beef-side down onto the hot skillet. Cook in batches if needed.
Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, until the beef is browned and crisp around the edges. Flip each taco, then top the cooked beef with 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese.
Cook for 1 to 2 minutes more, until the tortilla is golden and the cheese is melted.
Transfer to plates and top with diced white onion, diced tomatoes, chopped cilantro, and a drizzle of burger sauce. Serve immediately.

Notes

Keep the beef layer thin for the best smash burger texture.
Prep the toppings before cooking since the tacos cook very quickly.
Serve right away for the crispiest tortilla and meltiest cheese.
If needed, swap cheddar with Monterey Jack or Colby Jack.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 taco
Calories: 520
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 720mg
Fat: 32g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 17g
Trans Fat: 1g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 95mg

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