How To Make Smash Burger Tacos (Simple&Delicious)

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground Beef (Grass‑fed, 80/20 lean‑to‑fat ratio)
• 0.25 tsp Baking Soda (Helps raise pH for better moisture retention and browning)
• 2 Tbsp Parmesan Cheese (Freshly grated with microplane)
• 1 tsp Salt (Part of "dad's seasoning")
• 0.5 tsp Black Pepper (Freshly ground)
• 0.5 tsp Garlic Powder (Part of "dad's seasoning")
• 0.5 cup Aged Cheddar Cheese (Grated; adds melt and flavor)
• 1 Tbsp Butter (For pan; adds richness and prevents sticking)
• 1 Tbsp Fresh Chives (Finely chopped; garnish)
• 2 large Flour Tortillas (8‑inch, pliable)
• 2 Tbsp Big Mac‑Style Sauce (Mix mayo, ketchup, mustard, and sweet relish; high‑protein version can use Greek yogurt instead of mayo)

Instructions

1. Season the Beef

   Place the ground beef in a mixing bowl. Sprinkle 0.25 tsp baking soda, 2 Tbsp freshly grated Parmesan, 1 tsp salt, 0.5 tsp black pepper and 0.5 tsp garlic powder over the meat. Gently fold the seasonings into the beef until just combined; avoid over‑mixing.

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2. Rest the Beef

   Let the seasoned beef sit for about 2 minutes. This allows the baking soda to raise the pH and improve moisture retention.

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3. Grate the Cheddar

   While the beef rests, grate the aged cheddar cheese using a microplane. Measure out ½ cup and set aside.

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4. Prepare the Sauce

   In a small bowl combine 1 Tbsp mayonnaise, ½ tsp ketchup, ½ tsp mustard and ½ tsp sweet relish. Stir until smooth.

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5. Heat the Pan

   Place the carbon steel skillet over medium‑high heat. Add 1 Tbsp butter and let it melt, swirling to coat the surface.

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   Temperature: Medium‑high

6. Cook the Beef Layer

   Lay one tortilla in the skillet. Spoon a thin, even layer of the seasoned beef onto the tortilla, leaving about 1 inch from the edge. Press gently with the spatula to spread.

   Time: PT3M

   Temperature: Medium‑high

7. Add Cheese, Sauce & Chives

   When the beef starts to brown (about 2 minutes), sprinkle the grated cheddar over the meat, drizzle 2 Tbsp Big Mac‑style sauce, and scatter the chopped chives.

   Time: PT1M

   Temperature: Medium‑high

8. Fold and Finish

   Fold the tortilla over the filling to create a taco‑style pocket. Cook for another 30‑45 seconds to seal and let the cheese finish melting.

   Time: PT1M

   Temperature: Medium‑high

9. Serve

   Slide the smashburger taco onto a plate, garnish with extra chives if desired, and enjoy immediately.

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Nutrition Facts

Calories

650

Protein

45 g

Carbohydrates

30 g

Fat

35 g

Fiber

2 g