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Four crispy smash burger tacos filled with lettuce, sliced beef, and sauce are displayed in white taco holders.

Cheesy Smash Burger Tacos Recipe

Author: Jessica Haggard
Smash burger tacos bring together the best parts of two favorites in one easy recipe. Ready in about 40 minutes, this flavorful meal is packed with protein and a fun twist on classic fast food. It’s simple to make and easy to adjust based on your preferences or whatever you have in the fridge.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Dishes
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 367 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

For the Smash Burgers:

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper ground
  • 8 small tortillas flour or low-carb alternative
  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 portion cooking oil for frying

For the Sauce:

For Toppings:

  • 1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
  • ¼ cup onions chopped

Instructions
 

  • Season your ground beef with salt and pepper, then divide it into 8 even portions. Roll each into a ball and press it onto a tortilla, flattening it out so it covers most of the surface.
  • Warm a skillet or griddle over medium-high heat and lightly grease it. Place a tortilla meat-side down and cook for about 2 minutes until the beef browns and starts to crisp.
  • Flip the tortilla over so the beef is facing up. Add a handful of shredded mozzarella right on top of the patty, cover the pan, and let it cook for another 2 minutes until the cheese is melted and the meat is cooked through. Set aside and repeat with the rest.
  • Stir all the sauce ingredients together in a bowl until smooth and creamy. Set it aside for assembling.
  • Layer each taco with lettuce, onion, and a generous spoonful of sauce over the cheesy beef. Fold the tortilla and serve while everything is hot and fresh.

Notes

  • Shape and flatten the beef before it warms up. It stays in place better and helps create those thin, crispy edges.
  • Mixing the sauce ahead of time gives it a better, more balanced flavor. If you like to meal prep, mix it up beforehand to give at least an hour and up to overnight in the fridge.
Serve: Serve with simple sides to round out the meal. Crispy sweet potato fries, air-fried pickles, or a crunchy coleslaw are all great choices.
Store: Once cooled, store the beef and tortillas in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Keep toppings and sauce in separate containers to stay fresh. Reheat the meat and tortillas, then assemble with the toppings when ready to serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 367kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 14gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 52mgSodium: 663mgPotassium: 237mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 179IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 97mgIron: 3mg
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