Description
These Smash Burger Tacos are a delicious fusion of classic smash burger flavors wrapped in a soft flour tortilla. Featuring crispy, cheesy beef patties seared to perfection and topped with fresh lettuce, diced onions, and tangy dill pickles, these tacos offer a quick and satisfying meal with a fun twist on traditional burgers.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Smash Burger 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 (or preferred cheese)
- 1 small onion, diced
- Dill pickle chips, as desired
- Shredded iceberg lettuce, as desired
Instructions
- Divide the beef: Portion the ground beef into 4 equal balls to ensure even cooking for each taco.
- Prepare tortillas: Lay each tortilla flat and spread one portion of the beef over it, seasoning generously with salt and pepper for flavor.
- Heat skillet: Place a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add the neutral oil to coat the surface and prevent sticking.
- Cook meat-side down: Place the tortilla with the beef on the skillet, meat side down, and cook for 2-3 minutes until the beef develops a golden brown crust.
- Add cheese and flip: Carefully flip the tortilla, topping the cooked beef side with a slice of American cheese. Cook for an additional 1-3 minutes until the cheese melts beautifully.
- Repeat for all tacos: Remove the finished taco from the skillet and repeat the cooking process with the remaining tortillas and beef portions.
- Assemble the tacos: Add your preferred sauce, then top each taco with shredded iceberg lettuce, diced onions, and dill pickle chips for a crunchy, tangy finish.
Notes
- Use a neutral oil with a high smoke point to achieve a perfect sear without burning.
- Feel free to swap American cheese for cheddar or pepper jack for a different flavor profile.
- To make these gluten-free, substitute flour tortillas with gluten-free tortillas.
- Adding a sauce like mayo, ketchup, or a spicy aioli enhances the flavor balance.
- Be sure not to overcrowd the skillet to maintain high heat for a crispy crust.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Smash burger tacos, ground beef tacos, quick dinner, cheesy tacos, easy taco recipe
