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Savory Smash Burger Tacos with Tangy Bread and Butter Pickles

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These smash burger tacos combine crispy, caramelized beef patties with tangy bread and butter pickles for a quick, flavorful meal perfect for casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef, 80/20 blend
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil or canola oil
  • 8 small soft corn or flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup tangy bread and butter pickles, sliced thin
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • Fresh lettuce or shredded iceberg (optional)
  • Freshly chopped cilantro (optional)
  • Optional toppings: sliced red onions, pickled jalapeños, avocado slices or guacamole

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup mayonnaise and 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard until smooth. Refrigerate for about 10 minutes.
  2. Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon vegetable oil. Heat until almost smoking, about 3 minutes.
  3. Divide ground beef into 8 equal portions (about 2 oz each) and loosely roll into balls.
  4. Place 2-3 beef balls in the hot skillet spaced apart. Using a sturdy metal spatula, press down firmly to flatten into thin patties about 1/4 inch thick. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  5. Cook patties for 2-3 minutes until edges are crispy and brown.
  6. Flip patties carefully and immediately sprinkle shredded cheese on top. Cook another 1-2 minutes until cheese melts and patties are cooked through but still juicy.
  7. Transfer cooked patties to a plate lined with paper towels and cover loosely with foil to keep warm. Repeat with remaining beef balls, adding more oil if needed.
  8. Warm tortillas in a dry skillet for 30 seconds per side or wrap in foil and heat in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes.
  9. Spread a thin layer of the mayo-mustard sauce on each tortilla. Place a smashed burger patty on top, add tangy bread and butter pickles, shredded lettuce, and cilantro if using. Add extra sauce or pickled jalapeños for heat if desired.
  10. Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

Use a hot cast iron skillet for best crispy edges. Press patties firmly and quickly. Avoid overworking the meat to keep patties tender. Warm tortillas before assembling to prevent tearing. Store patties and tortillas separately to maintain texture. Reheat patties in a hot skillet to revive crispiness.

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Keywords: smash burger tacos, bread and butter pickles, quick dinner, easy tacos, comfort food, burger tacos

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