Description
Smashed Burger Tacos are a mouthwatering fusion of juicy burgers and crispy tacos, perfect for any occasion. These easy-to-make delights feature warm tortillas filled with perfectly smashed beef patties, gooey cheese, fresh lettuce, and zesty salsa. Ideal for gatherings or cozy nights in, they promise to impress without the hassle. Treat your taste buds to this irresistible flavor explosion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80% lean)
- 2 tsp taco seasoning
- 4 flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- ½ cup salsa
- ¼ cup sour cream
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by gathering them on the countertop.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the ground beef, breaking it apart and sprinkling taco seasoning until browned.
- Take two tablespoons of cooked beef and smash it onto the skillet for crispy edges, cooking each side for about 3-4 minutes.
- Warm each tortilla in a separate pan over low heat for about 30 seconds on each side.
- In the last minute of cooking, add shredded cheese on top of each patty to melt.
- Assemble tacos by placing the melted patty on a warm tortilla, then adding lettuce, salsa, and sour cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco (about 180g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Swap ground beef for ground turkey or veggie patties for a lighter option. Add toppings like avocado or spicy mayo to customize your tacos. Toast taco shells just before filling to maintain crispness.