Description
Turn a burger into a taco with these quick and tasty Smash Burger Tacos, featuring crunchy edges and melty cheese in a soft tortilla.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 flour tortillas (6 inches)
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon neutral oil (vegetable, canola, or avocado)
- 4 slices American cheese (or preferred cheese)
- 1 small onion, diced
- Dill pickle chips
- Shredded iceberg lettuce
Instructions
- Divide the ground beef into 4 equal portions.
- Spread one portion of beef over each tortilla, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat with oil.
- Cook each tortilla meat-side down for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
- Flip and add cheese; cook for another 1-3 minutes until cheese is melted.
- Remove from heat and repeat for remaining tacos.
- Assemble tacos with sauce, lettuce, onions, and pickles.
Notes
For best flavor, use lean beef and ensure the pan is well-heated before cooking. Store leftovers separately for maximum freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: tacos, smash burgers, easy tacos, quick dinner