Smash Burger Tacos Recipe
Eight small beef patties served in taco shells with cheese and classic burger toppings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 8 taco shells
- 1 cup Cheddar or American cheese shredded
- 1 cup lettuce shredded
- 1 medium tomato diced
- 1 medium onion finely chopped
- 1/2 cup pickles sliced
Condiments
- 2 tbsp mustard
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
Cook and Serve
- Divide 1 pound ground beef into eight equal balls, about 2 ounces each. Season with salt and pepper and prepare the toppings.
- Heat a griddle or heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Smash each ball into a thin patty and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until browned and 160°F in the center; work in batches as needed.
- Warm all eight taco shells according to the package. Soft shells can be warmed on the griddle for about 1 minute.
- Place one patty in each shell and add about 2 tablespoons cheese. Divide the lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, mustard, and ketchup among the eight tacos; serve two tacos per person.
Notes
- Refrigerate promptly at 40°F or below; use within 2 days.
- Reheat cooked leftovers to 165°F on the stove or in the microwave.
- Keep shells, cooked patties, and cold toppings separate until serving.