Smash burger tacos went viral for a reason. They’re irresistible.
Thin-smashed beef. Crispy cheese edges. Tortilla griddled into the patty. Pickles. Sauce. 15 minutes. All the burger joy. No bun required.
Serves 4 (8 tacos).
Step-by-Step Instructions
Make the Sauce
Whisk all sauce ingredients in a bowl. Set aside.
Prepare the Beef
Divide ground beef into 8 small balls (about 2 oz each).
Smash and Griddle
Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Add a little oil.
Place a tortilla on the griddle. Put a beef ball on top. Smash flat with a spatula until paper-thin.
Sprinkle with cheese. Cook 2-3 minutes until beef is crispy and cheese melts into the tortilla.
Flip and cook 30 seconds more.
Assemble
Transfer to plate. Add pickles, onion, and a generous drizzle of burger sauce.
Fold like a taco.
Serve
Repeat with remaining beef. Serve immediately. Don’t share.
Summary
Prep Time: 5 minutes | Cook Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 15 minutes
Yield: 8 tacos
Difficulty: Easy
Storage Notes
Best Fresh: These are best eaten immediately. Leftovers get soggy.
Pro Tip:
- SMASH HARD. Thin patty = crispy edges = happy mouth.
