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Smash Burger Tacos Recipe

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These Smash Burger Tacos are a fun and flavorful twist on classic tacos, featuring crispy, cheesy ground beef patties cooked right on flour tortillas. Ready in just 20 minutes, they bring all the deliciousness of a smash burger into a convenient taco form, topped with fresh lettuce, onion, pickles, and creamy sauce for an irresistible handheld meal.

Ingredients

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For the Tacos

  • 4 flour tortillas (6 inches)
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon neutral oil (vegetable, canola, or avocado)
  • 4 slices American cheese
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • Dill pickle chips
  • Shredded iceberg lettuce
  • Creamy burger sauce (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Beef: Divide the ground beef into 4 equal portions. Spread each portion thinly over one tortilla and season with salt and pepper to taste, ensuring even coverage for crispy edges.
  2. Cook Meat-Side Down: Heat the neutral oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Place each tortilla with the beef side down onto the skillet, cooking for 2 to 3 minutes until the beef is browned and crispy.
  3. Flip and Melt Cheese: Carefully flip each tortilla over. Place a slice of American cheese on the cooked beef side, and continue to cook for another 1 to 3 minutes until the cheese melts and the tortilla crisps up nicely.
  4. Assemble and Serve: Remove the taco from the skillet and top with shredded iceberg lettuce, diced onion, dill pickle chips, and creamy burger sauce if desired. Serve immediately to enjoy the perfect blend of textures and flavors.

Notes

  • Use lean ground beef for less grease and crisper tacos.
  • Press the beef thinly onto the tortilla for maximum crispness similar to a smash burger.
  • American cheese melts best for that classic burger flavor and creamy texture.
  • Serve immediately to enjoy the crispy texture before the tortillas soften.
  • You can customize toppings with tomato, jalapeños, or your favorite taco salsa if preferred.

Keywords: smash burger tacos, ground beef tacos, quick tacos, cheesy tacos, skillet tacos

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