Description
A delightful blend of smash burgers and tacos, featuring juicy beef, gooey cheese, and zesty homemade burger sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef (80/20 fat)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 10 cracks fresh black pepper
- 6 (six-inch) flour tortillas
- 6 slices muenster or provolone cheese
- Shredded lettuce, chopped white onion & dill pickle chips for topping
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon mustard
- 2 tablespoons minced bread & butter pickles
- 1 tablespoon pickle brine
- 1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Add all burger sauce ingredients (mayonnaise, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, mustard, minced pickles, pickle brine, black pepper, and Worcestershire sauce) to a bowl and whisk to combine. Refrigerate until ready to use.
- In a small bowl, mix the salt and pepper and evenly distribute it over the top and bottom of your ground beef. Form the beef into 2 1/2 ounce balls and refrigerate until grilling.
- Preheat a flat top grill on high heat.
- Place each beef ball on the grill and set a tortilla on top. Press down firmly with a spatula to flatten.
- Cook for about 1 minute, then press down again and cook undisturbed for 2-3 minutes until browned.
- Flip the tacos onto the tortilla side, top with cheese, and cook for an additional 2 minutes until melted.
- Remove from the grill, add burger sauce and desired toppings, and serve.
Notes
Pro tips: Choose a 80/20 fat ratio for juiciness, preheat your grill for best results, and handle the meat gently to avoid tough patties.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American