Smash Burger Tacos
Smash Burger Tacos offer a delightful fusion of juicy beef and vibrant taco flavors, perfect for any gathering. Enjoy this quick and satisfying dish that will impress your guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8 tacos 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Fusion
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)
- 8 soft flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup salsa
- Salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika (to taste)
Instructions
- Chop vegetables: Dice tomatoes and onions, and shred lettuce.
- Form patties: Shape ground beef into eight loose balls (about 4 oz each).
- Sear patties: Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat. Smash beef balls down with a spatula until about 1/2 inch thick.
- Season: Sprinkle salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika while cooking for 3-4 minutes until browned.
- Melt cheese: Flip patties, add cheese on top, cover with a lid for 1-2 minutes until melted.
- Assemble tacos: Place each patty onto a warm tortilla; top with lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and salsa before folding.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco (140g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Customize your tacos with toppings like guacamole or jalapeños for extra flavor. For added crunch, include crushed tortilla chips inside the taco.
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