Tortilla Smash Taco Burgers 

Tortilla Smash Taco Burgers 

Crispy golden tortillas topped with juicy smashed beef, melted cheese, crunchy pickles, and creamy burger sauce—these Tortilla Smash Taco Burgers are an irresistible combination of tacos and classic cheeseburgers!

 Ingredients

For the Taco Burgers:

• 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
• 4 small flour tortillas (6-inch)
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 4 slices American cheese or cheddar cheese
• 12 to 16 pickle slices
• Shredded lettuce, optional
• Thinly sliced onion, optional

For the Creamy Burger Sauce:

• ¼ cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons ketchup
• 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped pickles or pickle relish
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon paprika, optional

 Instructions

1. Prepare the burger sauce:
   In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, chopped pickles, garlic powder, and paprika. Stir until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
2. Season the beef:
   Divide the ground beef into 4 equal portions. Season each portion lightly with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
3. Heat the skillet:
   Place a large skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.
4. Make the smash burgers:
   Place one portion of ground beef onto the hot skillet. Immediately place a flour tortilla directly on top of the beef.
5. Smash it down:
   Using a sturdy spatula or burger press, firmly press the tortilla down so the beef becomes thin and spreads almost to the edges of the tortilla.
6. Cook until crispy:
   Cook for about 2 to 3 minutes, until the beef develops a browned, crispy crust.
7. Flip:
   Carefully flip the tortilla so the tortilla side is now touching the skillet. Place a slice of cheese on top of the cooked beef.
8. Finish cooking:
   Cook for another 1 to 2 minutes, until the tortilla is crispy and golden and the cheese is melted.
9. Add the toppings:
   Remove from the skillet. Spread a generous amount of creamy burger sauce over the cheesy beef. Add pickle slices, shredded lettuce, and sliced onions if desired.
10. Serve immediately:
    Fold the tortilla in half like a taco or serve it open-faced. Enjoy while hot and crispy!

 Serving Suggestions

Serve these crispy smash taco burgers with:

• French fries
• Onion rings
• Potato wedges
• Coleslaw
• Extra pickles and burger sauce

Tip: For the crispiest results, don’t overcrowd the pan and make sure your skillet is very hot before smashing the beef.