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Smash Burger Tacos

This delicious mashup went viral all-over social media. These smashed burgers topped with melty cheese, lettuce, pickles, onions, and secret sauce, folded in crispy flour tortilla shells are simply amazing. They’re perfect for a summer cookout with family and friends or a quick weeknight meal, Enjoy!
Course: Entrée
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4

Ingredients

SECRET SAUCE:

  • 1/4 c. mayonnaise
  • 1 T. ketchup
  • 1 tsp. mustard
  • 1 T. sweet relish or finely diced sweet pickles
  • 1/2 tsp. hot sauce

SMASHED CHEESEBURGERS:

  • 1 lb. 80/20 ground beef
  • 1 tsp. kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
  • 4 (6-inch) flour tortillas

TOPPINGS:

  • 4 slices American cheese
  • 1 c. shredded iceberg lettuce
  • 1/4 c. diced onion
  • 12 sweet pickle chips
  • Secret Sauce for drizzling

Instructions

  • SECRET SAUCE: In a small bowl, whisk together all ingredients until well combined. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Prep the toppings before you begin. Open the cheese, shred the lettuce, dice the onions, and drain the pickles. (These smash burger tacos cook quickly.)
  • Preheat your griddle or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
  • SMASHED BURGERS: Divide the ground beef into 4 loose portions and place them in mounds on the hot griddle or skillet (depending on the size of your griddle or skillet you may want to do this one at a time). Season each mound with salt and pepper. Place a tortilla on top of each mound and press down with a burger press, heavy pan, or spatula to flatten the beef into the shape and size of the tortilla and cook for 2-3 minutes. (Note: The burgers are very thin and won’t take long to cook.)
  • Flip each burger over with a large spatula and top with cheese. Cook until the cheese is melted, and the tortilla is golden brown and crispy, about 2 minutes more.
  • Immediately top each taco with lettuce, onions, and pickles (or your favorite toppings) then drizzle with the secret sauce. Fold in half like a taco and devour!

Notes

Smash burger tacos should be eaten immediately after they are cooked, while the meat is hot and the shells are crispy.