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Savory Blackstone Smash Burger Tacos

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A flavorful mashup of crispy smash burger patties served in warm tortillas with a creamy special sauce and tangy pickled onions. Quick and easy to make, perfect for casual gatherings and weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (80/20 blend)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 4 slices cheddar cheese (optional)
  • ½ cup (120 ml) mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp (30 ml) ketchup
  • 1 tbsp (15 ml) Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp (5 ml) Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ tsp (2.5 ml) garlic powder
  • ½ tsp (2.5 ml) smoked paprika
  • 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup (120 ml) apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp (12 g) sugar
  • 1 tsp (5 g) salt
  • ½ cup (120 ml) water
  • 8–10 small corn or flour tortillas
  • Fresh cilantro leaves (optional)
  • Pickled jalapeños (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the pickled onions by combining apple cider vinegar, water, sugar, and salt in a bowl. Stir until dissolved, add sliced red onions, submerge, cover, and let sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Make the special sauce by whisking together mayonnaise, ketchup, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  3. Preheat the Blackstone griddle or cast iron skillet on medium-high heat for about 5 minutes until hot.
  4. Divide ground beef into 8 equal portions (about 2 oz each). Loosely form into balls without overworking the meat.
  5. Place each ball on the hot griddle and press down firmly with a spatula or burger press to create thin patties. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes until edges are crispy and brown.
  6. Flip patties carefully, add a slice of cheddar cheese if using, and cook for another 1-2 minutes until cheese melts and patties are cooked through (medium doneness).
  7. Warm tortillas on the griddle for about 30 seconds per side until warm and slightly charred. Stack and cover with a kitchen towel to keep warm.
  8. Assemble tacos by spreading special sauce on each tortilla, adding one or two smash burger patties, topping with pickled onions and fresh cilantro. Add pickled jalapeños if desired.
  9. Serve immediately while hot and fresh.

Notes

Use 80/20 ground beef for juicy patties with crispy edges. Press patties firmly once; avoid repeated pressing to keep them tender. Let pickled onions sit at least 30 minutes for best flavor. Keep griddle hot but avoid burning meat. For gluten-free, use corn tortillas and gluten-free Worcestershire sauce. For dairy-free, omit cheese or use plant-based cheese.

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Keywords: smash burger, tacos, Blackstone griddle, special sauce, pickled onions, easy dinner, quick recipe, backyard cookout

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