Description
Irresistibly crispy smash burger patties tucked into warm flour tortillas for an easy and delicious meal.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef (80/20 recommended)
- 8 small taco-sized flour tortillas
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or American)
- Pickles, sliced (optional)
- Ketchup and mustard, for serving
- Sliced onion or quick-pickled onions (optional)
- 1–2 tablespoons oil or butter (for the griddle if needed)
- Hot sauce, mayo, or special sauce (optional)
- Lime wedges for squeezing (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat a heavy griddle or large skillet until very hot.
- Portion the ground beef into eight small balls (about 2 ounces each).
- Smash each ball on the hot surface to form thin patties and season with salt and pepper.
- Brown the patties without moving them for 2–3 minutes until they develop a deep brown crust.
- Flip each patty once, add cheese, and cook for another 1–2 minutes until melted.
- Warm the tortillas briefly on the griddle for about 20–30 seconds per side.
- Assemble tacos with one patty on each tortilla, topped with lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, ketchup, and mustard.
- Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
For added flavor, consider mixing cayenne or chili powder into the beef. Keep tortillas warm and serve with extra sauce for dipping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American