Description
A fun fusion of classic smash burgers and crispy taco shells, loaded with melty cheese, fresh toppings, and a special sauce. Perfect for game day or a quick weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- For the burgers:
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- For the tacos:
- 8 small flour tortillas (street taco size)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- For the sauce:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp yellow mustard
- 1 tsp pickle relish
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- 1. Make the sauce by whisking together all sauce ingredients in a small bowl. Refrigerate until ready to use.
- 2. Heat a large cast-iron skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.
- 3. Divide ground beef into 8 equal portions (about 2 oz each) and roll into loose balls.
- 4. Place a tortilla in the hot skillet, then immediately place a beef ball in the center.
- 5. Using a stiff spatula, press down firmly to smash the beef into a thin patty that covers most of the tortilla.
- 6. Cook for 2-3 minutes until edges of tortilla are crispy and beef is browned.
- 7. Flip the entire taco/patty assembly and immediately top the beef with cheese.
- 8. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until cheese melts and tortilla is crispy.
- 9. Remove from heat and repeat with remaining tortillas and beef.
- 10. Assemble tacos by topping each with lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, and a drizzle of the special sauce.
Notes
For extra crispy shells, brush tortillas lightly with oil before cooking. Can substitute ground turkey for a lighter version. Double stacking two taco shells per burger adds great texture!