Smash Burger Tacos
There are two things my family never says no to: burgers and tacos. So when I saw the idea of Smash Burger Tacos making the rounds, I had to try it. This easy taco dinner is perfect for a busy weeknight.
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They’re juicy smash burgers cooked right onto tortillas, folded up taco-style with melty cheese, a creamy burger sauce, and all the simple toppings that make every bite delicious.
Try serving them with my Air Fryer Parmesan Truffle Fries or Air Fryer Accordion Potatoes. Both are crispy and easy to make in the air fryer, so dinner stays simple.
How to Make Smash Burger Tacos
Ingredients you’ll need for the smash burgers
Ingredients you’ll need for the sauce
Ingredients you’ll need for the toppings
Step by Step Guide
1. Season the ground beef with salt and pepper. Divide into 8 equal balls.
2. Press each beef ball flat onto a tortilla using your fingers.
3. Heat a skillet with a little oil. Place the tortilla in the pan, meat side down. Press with a spatula and cook for 1.5–2 minutes.
4. Flip it over, sprinkle on mozzarella, cover, and cook another 1.5–2 minutes. Remove and set aside.
5. In a small bowl, mix mayo, relish, mustard, vinegar, and spices. Stir until smooth.
6. Add shredded lettuce and chopped onions on top of the burger, drizzle with sauce, and fold like a taco.
Serve and Enjoy!
Important Recipe Notes
- Use small tortillas like street taco-size tortillas, so the beef cooks evenly and they’re easy to fold like a taco.
- Make sure to press the beef thin to help it cook quickly and get those crispy edges we love in a smash burger.
- Preheat your skillet – A hot pan is key to getting that good sear on the beef without overcooking the tortilla.
- Once you flip the taco, sprinkle the cheese right away and cover the pan for quick, melty results.
- Sauce can be made ahead – The burger sauce keeps well in the fridge for a few days, so feel free to mix it earlier to save time.
Smash Burger Tacos
Ingredients
For the Smash Burgers
- 1 lb. ground beef
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 small flour tortillas
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Cooking oil for frying
For the Sauce
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup dill pickle relish
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp white vinegar
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp garlic powder
Toppings
- 1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
- ¼ cup chopped onions
Instructions
- Season the ground beef with salt and pepper. Divide into 8 equal balls.
- Press each beef ball flat onto a tortilla using your fingers.
- Heat a skillet with a little oil. Place the tortilla in the pan, meat side down. Press with a spatula and cook for 1.5–2 minutes.
- Flip it over, sprinkle on mozzarella, cover, and cook another 1.5–2 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In a small bowl, mix mayo, relish, mustard, vinegar, and spices. Stir until smooth.
- Add shredded lettuce and chopped onions on top of the burger, drizzle with sauce, and fold like a taco.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
