The BEST Smash Burger Tacos You'll Ever Make! Easy Recipe

Ingredients

• 6 pieces Corn Tortillas (small to medium size, preferably 6‑inch)
• 1 pound Ground Beef (80/20 lean‑to‑fat ratio for juiciness)
• 1/2 teaspoon Salt (Kosher or table salt)
• 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper (Freshly ground)
• 1/2 cup Cheddar Cheese (Shredded, sharp or mild)
• 1/4 cup Mayonnaise (Regular or light)
• 2 tablespoon Ketchup
• 1 tablespoon Pickle Relish (Finely chopped pickles or relish)
• 1 medium Tomato (Diced)
• 1/2 cup Lettuce (Shredded, preferably romaine or iceberg)
• 1 spray Cooking Spray (For greasing the skillet)

Instructions

1. Form Even Meat Balls

   Divide the 1 lb of ground beef into six equal portions and roll each into a smooth ball.

   Time: PT5M

2. Season the Meat

   Sprinkle each meat ball with a pinch of salt and black pepper.

   Time: PT2M

3. Preheat Skillet

   Place the skillet over medium‑high heat and lightly spray with cooking spray.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: medium‑high

4. Smashed Burger on Tortilla – First Side

   Place a tortilla on the skillet, set a meat ball on top, and immediately press the ball down with a flat spatula until it spreads to the edges of the tortilla.

   Time: PT3M

   Temperature: medium‑high

5. Flip, Press, and Add Cheese

   Flip the taco so the meat side is down, give it another quick press, then sprinkle shredded cheddar over the center. Cover the pan for 30‑45 seconds to melt the cheese.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: medium‑high

6. Make the Special Sauce

   In a small bowl combine 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 2 Tbsp ketchup, and 1 Tbsp chopped pickle relish. Stir until smooth.

   Time: PT3M

7. Assemble the Tacos

   Spread a drizzle of the special sauce onto each taco, top with diced tomato and shredded lettuce. Serve immediately or place in taco holders.

   Time: PT3M

8. Serve

   Enjoy the smashed burger tacos hot, optionally with extra sauce on the side.

   Time: PT0M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

360

Protein

20 g

Carbohydrates

30 g

Fat

18 g

Fiber

4 g