🌮Korean Smash Tacos🔥

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground Beef (80% lean, preferably freshly ground)
• 1 tsp Salt (Kosher or sea salt)
• ½ tsp Black Pepper (Freshly ground)
• 8 pieces Small Corn Tortillas (6‑inch diameter, warmed before use)
• 3 tbsp Kimchi Secret Sauce (Mix gochujang, soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, sugar, minced garlic; see instructions)
• 1 tbsp Sesame Seeds (Toasted)
• 1 piece Jalapeño (Thinly sliced, seeds removed for less heat if desired)
• 2 stalks Green Onions (Thinly sliced)
• 2 tbsp Chives (Finely chopped for garnish)
• 1 cup Lettuce (Shredded; iceberg or romaine works)
• 1 tbsp Vegetable Oil (For greasing the flat top)

Instructions

1. Prepare Garnish

   On a cutting board, finely chop the chives, shred the lettuce, thinly slice the jalapeño (remove seeds if you prefer milder heat), and slice the green onions. Set all garnish aside in separate small bowls.

   Time: PT5M

2. Make Kimchi Secret Sauce

   In a mixing bowl combine 2 tbsp gochujang, 1 tbsp soy sauce, ½ tsp sesame oil, ½ tsp rice vinegar, ½ tsp sugar, and 1 minced garlic clove. Stir until smooth. Taste and adjust salt or sweetness as desired.

   Time: PT3M

3. Form and Season Beef Balls

   Divide the ground beef into 4 equal portions (about ¼ lb each). Gently shape each portion into a loose ball, being careful not to over‑work the meat. Season each ball generously with the 1 tsp salt and ½ tsp pepper.

   Time: PT5M

4. Preheat Flat Top

   Drizzle 1 tbsp vegetable oil onto the flat top griddle and spread with the spatula. Heat over medium‑high until the surface is very hot and begins to shimmer (about 400°F).

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 400°F

5. Smash Tortilla onto Beef

   Place one tortilla on the hot griddle. Immediately set a seasoned beef ball on top of the tortilla. Using the spatula, press down firmly, smashing the tortilla into the beef so it adheres. Cook for 2‑3 minutes until the tortilla is lightly charred and the beef begins to brown.

   Time: PT3M

   Temperature: 400°F

6. Flip and Finish

   Flip the taco assembly with the spatula. Drizzle ¾ tbsp of the kimchi secret sauce over the exposed beef, sprinkle ¼ tbsp toasted sesame seeds, add a few slices of jalapeño and a pinch of green onions. Cook another 1‑2 minutes until the sauce bubbles and the beef is cooked through.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: 400°F

7. Plate and Garnish

   Transfer the finished taco to a plate. Top with the prepared chives and shredded lettuce. Repeat steps 5‑6 for the remaining tortillas and beef balls. Serve immediately while hot.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

350

Protein

20 g

Carbohydrates

30 g

Fat

15 g

Fiber

3 g