How To Make Smash Burger Tacos (Simple&Delicious)

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: monterey jack cheese

Monterey jack is often less expensive and melts well.

burger sauce

🥗Healthier: yogurt-based sauce

💰Cheaper: mayo + ketchup

Mayo and ketchup create a similar flavor profile.

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground pork can be more affordable and still flavorful.

taco shells

🥗Healthier: lettuce wraps

💰Cheaper: homemade tortillas

Homemade tortillas can save money and provide a fresh option.

Heat cooking oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.

Form ground beef into small balls and place them in the skillet.

Smash each ball down with a spatula to create a thin patty.

Season patties with salt and black pepper while cooking.

Cook patties for 2-3 minutes until browned, then flip.

Place cheddar cheese on top of each patty and cover to melt, about 1 minute.

Warm taco shells in a separate pan or microwave.

Assemble tacos by placing a patty in each shell.

Top with lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickles.

Drizzle with burger sauce and add jalapeños if desired.

Garnish with avocado and cilantro.

Squeeze lime juice over the top before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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