smash burger tacos

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 pound 90-95% ground beef

  • Kosher salt

  • Ground pepper

  • 8 slices American cheese

  • 4 flour tortillas

INGREDIENTS

TOPPINGS

  • 1/2 cup chopped onion

  • 1 cup shredded lettuce

  • 1 cup chopped tomato

INGREDIENTS

SECRET SAUCE

  • 1 cup mayonnaise

  • 2 teaspoons ketchup

  • 2 teaspoons sriracha (optional)

  • 1 tablespoon sweet relish

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

METHOD

EMPTY HEADING

  • STEP 1

    First, make the secret sauce. Add all the ingredients together in a bowl and combine. Taste and adjust based on preference and heat level. Store in the refrigerator for up to 7 day in a air-tight container.

  • STEP 2

    Heat a nonstick pan or griddle on high heat. Divide the meat into four equal balls. Place them on the grill, season with salt and pepper and flatten them immediately with a heavy duty spatula or grill press.

  • STEP 3

    Release the press after 30 seconds and flip the burger. Place a piece of cheese on top of each burger and cover with the tortillas. Place a hand on the tortilla and slice the spatula under the burger and flip in one quick motion.

  • STEP 4

    Once flipped, add another slice of cheese on top and cover for 10 seconds, to melt the cheese.

  • STEP 5

    Remove from the grill and add the secret sauce and toppings. Fold and serve immediately.

Anna Gass