Brisket Smashburger Tacos: A Mouthwatering Griddled Twist on Taco Night

Ingredients

• 2 lb Brisket (trimmed of oxidized parts, cut into 1‑inch cubes)
• 1 tsp Salt (for seasoning the meat)
• 1 tsp Black Pepper (freshly ground)
• 2 tsp Dia de la Fajita Seasoning (store‑bought or homemade blend of chili, cumin, garlic powder)
• 1/2 cup Mayonnaise (full‑fat)
• 2 tbsp Yellow Mustard
• 2 tbsp Ketchup
• 1 tbsp Texas Sugar (or light brown sugar)
• 1/4 cup White Onion (finely diced)
• 2 tbsp Pickled Jalapeños (chopped; mild heat)
• 4 pcs Flour Tortillas (6‑inch, warmed)
• 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese (or Mexican blend)
• 1 cup Romaine Lettuce (shredded)
• 1 medium Tomato (diced)
• 2 tbsp Canola Oil (for griddle)

Instructions

1. Trim and Cube the Brisket

   Remove any oxidized or gray surface from the brisket, then cut the meat into roughly 1‑inch cubes.

   Time: PT10M

2. First Grind (Coarse)

   Fit the grinder with the coarse plate, feed the cubed brisket through, collecting the coarse ground meat in a bowl.

   Time: PT5M

3. Second Grind (Fine)

   Swap to the fine grinding plate and run the coarse‑ground meat through again for a smoother burger texture.

   Time: PT5M

4. Form 1‑Inch Meat Balls

   Portion the ground brisket into 1‑inch diameter balls (about 4‑5 oz each) and set aside on a tray.

   Time: PT5M

5. Prepare the Smashburger Sauce

   In a mixing bowl combine mayonnaise, mustard, ketchup, Texas sugar, diced onion, and chopped pickled jalapeños. Stir until smooth.

   Time: PT5M

6. Preheat the Griddle

   Turn the flat‑top griddle to medium heat (about 350°F). Allow it to heat for 5 minutes.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 350°F

7. Oil the Griddle

   Brush a thin layer of canola oil over the griddle surface to prevent sticking.

   Time: PT1M

8. Cook the Smashburger Patties

   Place one meat ball on the hot griddle, immediately season with salt, pepper, and Dia de la Fajita seasoning, then smash flat with a spatula. Cook 2 minutes, flip, add shredded cheese, and cook another 1 minute until cheese melts.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 350°F

9. Warm the Tortillas

   Place each tortilla on the griddle for about 30 seconds per side until lightly charred and pliable.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: 350°F

10. Assemble the Smashburger Tacos

    On each tortilla, layer shredded lettuce, diced tomato, the cheesy smashburger patty, and drizzle generously with the sauce.

    Time: PT5M

11. Serve

    Plate the tacos and enjoy while hot.

    Time: PT0M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

620

Protein

35 g

Carbohydrates

45 g

Fat

30 g

Fiber

3 g