Viral Smash Burger Tacos
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Viral Smash Burger Tacos are for taco lovers, burger enthusiasts, and culinary adventurers! They’re a unique, mouthwatering combination of your favorite elements from both burgers and tacos. With savory, juicy ground beef patties, secret sauce, and a medley of fresh toppings, these delectable treats offer a delightful twist on traditional taco night.
Serve this with Ninja Foodi frozen French fries and Pineapple Rum Punch. We also like Blackberry Lemonade Margarita Smash and Raspberry Peach Bourbon Smash with them. Also, try my nacho recipes and Best Burger Recipes for Grill Season.
Viral Smash Burger Tacos & Secret Sauce
A warm, soft tortilla cradles a perfectly seasoned, thin beef patty that’s been smashed on a hot griddle to achieve the crust. The crispy edges has a tender center that bursts with flavors.
The seasoning features a blend of garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper, and adds depth and complexity to every bite.
Next, the sauce is mayonnaise, pickle relish, ketchup, mustard, and a hint of hot sauce. To me, the sauce is what truly elevates this meal. It’s creamy, tangy, and subtly spicy, creating a symphony of flavors that perfectly complements the savory meat.
Finally, the toppings bring it all together. American cheese melts beautifully over the hot patty. Crisp dill pickles, fresh lettuce, sliced onions, and ripe tomatoes provide the perfect balance of crunch and freshness.
Every bite of these tacos offer a yummylicious blend of textures and tastes.
What do I need to get started?
Viral Smash Burger Tacos are a delightful marriage of two beloved comfort foods. The succulent, crispy beef patties paired with a zesty, creamy sauce and fresh, crunchy toppings make for an unforgettable dining experience.
These tacos offer a fresh take on classic flavors, combining the best of both worlds. Perfect for casual weeknight dinners or as a show-stopping party dish, Smash Burger Tacos will have your taste buds dancing in delight.
- Mayonnaise – for the sauce
- Pickle relish
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Hot sauce – Frank’s Red Hot or other
- Ground beef
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Salt
- Pepper
- Tortillas
- American cheese
- Dill pickle
- Lettuce
- Onions
- Tomato
Viral Smash Burger Tacos Tips
If you’re concerned about the raw hamburger going directly onto the tortillas, don’t be! The beef patty is super thin and will cook quickly throughout.
Use something heavy or press hard with a spatula until the hamburger is smashed thin.
Smash the ground beef all the way to the edge of the tortilla. It shrinks a lot while cooking.
A Blackstone griddle, a cast-iron skillet, or a cast-iron griddle works best for this recipe. You want a really hot surface to create a crust on the burgers. You can use non-stick, but I’ve found that it doesn’t give me the same sear as cast-iron. (I used nonstick when I made these photos because the pan looked better, but I found out quickly it wasn’t my favorite for this recipe.)
You can use corn tortillas but they don’t hold together as well.
You can use any cheese for this recipe. Shredded cheese melts in half the time as sliced cheese.
Pro Tip: Cover the taco burger with a lid for the last minute of cooking to allow the cheese to melt faster.
You can serve these flat or folded. If you plan to eat them like a taco, fold them immediately after taking them out of the pan.
If you have leftovers, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat them in your air fryer at 390° or oven at 425° for about 5 minutes.
Viral Smash Burger Tacos FAQ
Absolutely! You can experiment with ground turkey, chicken, or plant-based meat substitutes to create Smash Burger Tacos that cater to your dietary preferences.
Soft flour tortillas are the classic choice, but you can also opt for whole wheat, corn, or gluten-free tortillas if you prefer.
Of course! Feel free to tweak the sauce to suit your taste. Add more hot sauce for extra heat or adjust the mayo-to-ketchup ratio to create a different flavor profile.
Absolutely. Toppings are where you can get creative. Try avocado, jalapeños, sautéed mushrooms, or any other favorite ingredients to personalize your Smash Burger Tacos.
Conclusion
You will fall in love with the flavors and texture of these tacos. Be sure to make plenty because everyone will ask for seconds. They’re easy to prepare, endlessly customizable, and guaranteed to be a hit at any gathering. Gather your ingredients, fire up the griddle, and get ready to enjoy the best of both worlds in one delicious bite!
More viral recipes you’ll enjoy is GREEN GODDESS CHOPPED SALAD and AIR FRYER SMASHED BRUSSEL SPROUTS.
Last but not least, I have more of these delicious Mexican flavors in recipes that you’ll love! Try Mini Taco Nachos, Quesabirria Stack {Cheese Birrias Taco Stack}, Chicken Taco Bites, Spicy Taco Oyster Crackers.
Viral Smash Burger Taco
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Ingredients
Sauce:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons pickle relish
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 teaspoon mustard
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Tacos:
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 8 6-inch flour tortillas
- 8 slices American processed cheese
- Dill pickle slices
- Lettuce shredded
- white onion diced
- tomatoes sliced
Instructions
- Combine the mayonnaise, pickle relish, ketchup, mustard, hot sauce, and garlic powder together.
- Combine the ground beef, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper together, then divide into 8 equal portions and roll into balls.
- Heat a skillet on medium high and place a hamburger ball in the middle of the pan, add a tortilla and immediately smash the hamburger as flat as possible with a spatula or hamburger smasher. Cook for 3 minutes, then flip and add a slice of cheese. Cook for another 2 to 3 minutes. Cook the remaining tacos.
- Remove from the pan and fold while still hot.
- Add all your favorite toppings and serve.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutritional information given is an automatic calculation and can vary based on the exact products you use and changes you make to the recipe. If these numbers are important to you, I recommend calculating them yourself.
Want to know what to serve at a kid’s slumber party? It’s these tacos. I had never made these before, but I had the kids assemble a tray with all the condiments, and then they built their tacos. I am keeping this recipe for game day, when everyone here chowing down.
This is a great tip!! Thank you!
Viral Smash Burger Tacos