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Crispy Smash Burger Tacos Recipe

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These Crispy Smash Burger Tacos offer juicy, caramelized beef patties smashed thin and served in warm tortillas, topped with cheddar, onions, pickles, and your favorite fresh toppings for an irresistible handheld meal.

Ingredients

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound (450g) ground beef (80/20 blend)
  • 8 to 10 small flour or corn tortillas
  • 1 cup (100g) shredded cheddar cheese
  • ¼ cup (40g) finely chopped yellow onion
  • Pickles, sliced (dill or bread-and-butter)
  • 1 tablespoon (15ml) butter or oil (unsalted butter or avocado oil preferred)
  • Salt, to season
  • Black pepper, to season
  • Optional toppings: fresh lettuce, sliced tomatoes, jalapeños, hot sauce, mayo-based sauce

Instructions

  1. Combine beef and season: In a mixing bowl, gently combine ground beef with 1 teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon black pepper. Avoid overmixing.
  2. Divide beef into balls: Divide the beef into 8 equal-sized balls (about 2 ounces or 60g each), loosely packed.
  3. Heat skillet and add fat: Heat a 10-12 inch cast iron skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon butter or oil. Heat until a drop of water sizzles immediately.
  4. Smash the patties: Place 2-3 beef balls in the skillet, leaving space between them. Using a sturdy spatula, press down firmly to flatten each ball into a thin patty about ¼ inch (6mm) thick. Hold pressure for 10 seconds.
  5. Cook first side: Cook patties undisturbed for 2-3 minutes until crispy and browned on the bottom with caramelized edges.
  6. Flip and add cheese: Flip each patty carefully and sprinkle about 1 tablespoon (15g) shredded cheddar cheese on top. Let cheese melt while cooking the other side for 1-2 minutes.
  7. Warm tortillas: Warm tortillas separately in a pan or wrapped in foil in a low oven for a few minutes.
  8. Assemble tacos: Assemble tacos by placing each crispy patty on a warm tortilla. Top with chopped onions, pickles, and any other desired toppings.
  9. Serve: Serve immediately while patties are hot and crispy.

Notes

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