Smash burger tacos bring together the crispy magic of thin-seared beef patties with melted cheese, fresh pico de gallo, and warm tortillas. A quick and crave-worthy fusion meal with big flavor in every bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
Ingredients
For the tacos:
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1 lb ground beef (80/20)
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8 flour or corn tortillas (6-inch)
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8 slices cheese (American, cheddar, or pepper jack)
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Salt and black pepper to taste
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1 tbsp neutral oil
For the pico de gallo:
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3 ripe Roma tomatoes, diced
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1/4 red onion, finely chopped
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1 jalapeño, minced (seeds removed for mild heat)
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1/4 cup chopped cilantro
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Juice of 1 lime
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1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
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Stir together all pico de gallo ingredients and set aside to marinate.
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Roll ground beef into 8 loose balls. Season with salt and pepper.
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Heat skillet over medium-high heat with a little oil.
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Place a tortilla in the pan. Press a beef ball onto it and flatten it thin.
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Let it sear for 2–3 minutes, flip, add cheese, and cook another 1–2 minutes.
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Remove from pan, add pico de gallo, and serve immediately.