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Overhead view of a Smash Burger Taco topped with melted cheese, burger sauce, shredded lettuce, diced onion, and pickle slices on parchment paper.
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Smash Burger Tacos

Make crispy Smash Burger Tacos in just 20 minutes with juicy beef, melty cheese, and homemade burger sauce.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Jamie Sherman

Equipment

Ingredients

Burger Sauce

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 4 tablespoons pickle relish
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • ½ tablespoon white distilled vinegar
  • 1¼ teaspoons paprika
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

Tacos

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 4 flour tortillas (6-inch)
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon neutral oil
  • 4 slices American cheese
  • 1 small onion diced
  • shredded iceberg lettuce
  • dill pickle chips

Instructions

  • Mix all burger sauce ingredients until smooth. Refrigerate until needed.
    1 cup mayonnaise, 4 tablespoons pickle relish, 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon granulated sugar, ½ tablespoon white distilled vinegar, 1¼ teaspoons paprika, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Divide beef into 4 equal portions.
    1 pound lean ground beef
  • Spread each portion evenly across one tortilla.
    4 flour tortillas
  • Season with salt and pepper.
    salt and pepper
  • Heat oil on a griddle or skillet over medium-high heat.
    1 tablespoon neutral oil
  • Place tortilla meat-side down onto the hot surface.
  • Press lightly and cook 2-3 minutes until browned.
  • Flip and top with cheese.
    4 slices American cheese
  • Cook 1-3 minutes longer until cheese melts and tortilla crisps.
  • Remove from heat and top with burger sauce, lettuce, onions, and pickles.
    1 small onion, shredded iceberg lettuce, dill pickle chips
  • Serve immediately.

Notes

🥡 STORAGE

  • Store cooked tacos in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Store burger sauce separately for up to 5 days.
  • Keep fresh toppings separate until serving.

♨️ REHEATING

  • Reheat in a skillet over medium-low heat until warmed through.
  • Reheat in an air fryer at 350°F for 2-4 minutes.
  • Avoid microwaving whenever possible.

❄️ FREEZING

  • Freeze cooked burger tortillas without toppings for up to 2 months.
  • Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
  • Do not freeze lettuce, pickles, or burger sauce.

💡 TIPS FOR BEST RESULTS

  • Allow the sauce to chill before serving.
  • Cook on a hot surface for crispy edges.
  • Spread beef thinly and evenly.
  • Serve immediately for the best texture.

🍳 ALTERNATE COOKING METHODS

  • Blackstone griddle - Ideal for cooking multiple tacos at once.
  • Cast-iron skillet - Creates excellent browning.
  • Outdoor flat top grill - Great for larger batches.

♻️ LEFTOVERS

  • Chop leftover tacos into a burger salad.
  • Use leftover beef in nachos.
  • Serve leftover burger sauce with fries.

📝 NOTES

  • The sauce tastes best after chilling for 30-60 minutes.
  • Street taco tortillas can be used to make approximately 8 smaller tacos.
  • Any melting cheese can replace American cheese.
  • A griddle makes preparation much easier.

Nutrition

Serving: 1taco | Calories: 745kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 57g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 26g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 115mg | Sodium: 1251mg | Potassium: 560mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 574IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 294mg | Iron: 5mg
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