High-Protein Smash Burger Tacos Recipe (Print Version)
Enjoy high-protein Smash Burger Tacos! This fun fusion recipe combines juicy smash burgers with taco flair for a satisfying, protein-packed meal.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
# Ingredients:
→ The Smashed & Seared Core
01 -
1 lb 90/10 lean ground beef
02 -
4 slices American cheese
03 -
Salt and black pepper to taste
→ Crisp Taco Canvas
04 -
8 small flour tortillas (6-inch)
→ Zesty Burger Taco Fixings
05 -
1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
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1 medium Roma tomato, diced
07 -
1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
08 -
1/2 cup dill pickle chips
→ Signature Smash Sauce
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1/2 cup mayonnaise
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1/4 cup ketchup
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1 tbsp yellow mustard
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2 tbsp dill pickle relish
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1/2 tsp smoked paprika
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1/2 tsp garlic powder
# Instructions:
01 -
In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup ketchup, 1 tbsp yellow mustard, 2 tbsp dill pickle relish, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, and 1/2 tsp garlic powder. Whisk until smooth and well combined. This Signature Smash Sauce is crucial for your Smash Burger Tacos: High-Protein Fusion Fun.
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Dice 1 medium Roma tomato and thinly slice 1/4 red onion. Shred 1 cup iceberg lettuce. Arrange these fresh toppings, along with 1/2 cup dill pickle chips, on a platter. Having them ready ensures quick assembly of your delicious Smash Burger Tacos.
03 -
Divide 1 lb 90/10 lean ground beef into 8 equal portions. Loosely roll each portion into a ball. Season generously with salt and black pepper to taste. These perfectly seasoned beef patties will be the flavorful core of your Smash Burger Tacos: High-Protein Fusion Fun.
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Heat a large cast-iron skillet or griddle over medium-high heat until very hot. Place 2-3 beef balls in the pan, then immediately smash them flat and thin with a sturdy spatula. Cook for 1-2 minutes until a deep brown crust forms on the bottom.
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Flip the smashed patties. Immediately place one small flour tortilla (6-inch) on top of each patty, pressing gently to adhere. Cook for another 1-2 minutes. Place 1/2 slice American cheese on each patty, then cover the skillet briefly to melt the cheese.
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Carefully remove the cheesy patty-tortilla combo from the skillet. Repeat the smashing, searing, and cheesing process with the remaining beef, tortillas, and 4 slices American cheese until all 8 Smash Burger Tacos are cooked and ready for assembly.
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Spread a generous amount of the prepared Signature Smash Sauce onto the beef side of each cheesy tortilla. Top with shredded iceberg lettuce, diced Roma tomato, thinly sliced red onion, and dill pickle chips. Fold and serve your Smash Burger Tacos: High-Protein Fusion Fun immediately.
# Notes:
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For the best smash, use a heavy, flat spatula or a bacon press to really flatten the beef balls against the hot skillet, creating maximum surface area for a crispy crust.
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To ensure perfectly melted cheese, cover the skillet with a lid for 15-30 seconds after adding the American cheese. The trapped steam will help it melt beautifully.
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While best served fresh, you can prep the Signature Smash Sauce and all the Zesty Burger Taco Fixings ahead of time. Store them separately in the refrigerator until ready to cook and assemble.
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Feel free to customize your Smash Burger Tacos! Add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes to the sauce for a kick, or swap American cheese for cheddar or pepper jack for a different flavor profile.
# Tools You'll Need:
01 -
Large non-stick skillet or griddle
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Sturdy spatula
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Mixing bowl
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Knife
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Cutting board
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Measuring cups and spoons
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 700 kcal
Total Fat: 47 g
Total Carbohydrate: 32 g
Protein: 37 g