Dubai Tacos on "Grill n Chill" w/ Mr. Crown Royal

Ingredients

• 2 lb Wagyu Ground Beef (75% lean (25% fat), from HB Wagyu)
• 30 g Garlic (minced)
• 1 medium White Onion (diced)
• 1 whole Green Bell Pepper (diced)
• 2 pieces Jalapeño Pepper (seeded and minced)
• 10 g Baking Powder (helps keep the patty tender)
• 2 tsp Instant Coffee (fine powder, adds depth)
• 5 g Beef Bouillon Powder (adds salt and umami)
• 2 tsp Smoked Paprika (smoky flavor)
• 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon (warm spice)
• 0.5 tsp Ground Nutmeg (freshly grated if possible)
• 0.5 tsp Ground Cardamom (aromatic, floral)
• 0.5 tsp Black Pepper (freshly ground)
• 4 slices Provolone Cheese (for melting on the patty)
• 8 pieces Yellow Corn Tortillas (small, for tacos)
• 0.25 cup Mayonnaise (base of the sauce)
• 3 tbsp Ketchup (for sauce)
• 1 tbsp Dill Relish (adds tangy crunch)
• 1 tsp Dijon Mustard (for sauce)
• 0.5 tsp Sugar (balances acidity)
• 0.25 tsp Paprika (for sauce)
• 0.25 tsp Garlic Powder (for sauce)
• 0.25 tsp Onion Powder (for sauce)
• 0.5 tsp White Vinegar (for sauce)

Instructions

1. Prep Vegetables

   Dice the onion, green bell pepper, and jalapeños; mince the garlic.

   Time: PT5M

2. Measure Dry Spices

   Combine baking powder, instant coffee, beef bouillon, smoked paprika, cinnamon, nutmeg, cardamom, and black pepper in a small bowl.

   Time: PT5M

3. Mix Meat and Seasonings

   In a large mixing bowl, add the ground Wagyu beef, minced garlic, diced vegetables, and the dry spice blend. Gently fold until just combined.

   Time: PT5M

4. Portion Patties

   Weigh out 1/3 lb (≈150 g) portions and loosely shape each into a ball; do not compress fully.

   Time: PT5M

5. Preheat Griddle

   Heat the flat‑top griddle to medium‑high, about 400 °F (204 °C).

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 400°F

6. Sear and Smash

   Place a corn tortilla on the griddle, then set a meat ball on top. Immediately press down with a spatula to flatten into a thin patty, cooking for 2 minutes.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: 400°F

7. Flip and Add Cheese

   Flip the patty, place a slice of provolone on top, and cook another 1.5 minutes until the cheese melts and the meat reaches 160 °F (71 °C) internally.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: 400°F

8. Assemble and Serve

   Remove the taco from the griddle, drizzle with the prepared sauce, and serve immediately. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.

   Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

710

Protein

35 g

Carbohydrates

20 g

Fat

45 g

Fiber

2 g