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Smash Burger Tacos
Taco night has a whole new look, and you might never go back after trying these these crispy, savory crosses between a burger and a quesadilla.
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1 Tbsp. finely chopped fresh cilantro, plus leaves for garnish
- 1/2 tsp. lime zest plus 1/4 tsp. fresh juice (from 1 lime)
- 1 clove garlic, grated (about 1/2 tsp.)
- 1 lb. ground beef
- 1 1-oz. pkg. taco seasoning mix (such as McCormick)
- 4 6-in. flour tortillas
- 1/3 cup chopped fresh avocado (from 1 avocado)
- 1/4 cup pico de gallo, drained if needed
Directions
- 1
Make the sauce: Stir together mayonnaise, 1 1/2 tablespoons water, chopped cilantro, lime zest, lime juice, and garlic in a small bowl until well combined.
- 2
Season the beef and press onto tortillas: Gently combine beef and taco seasoning in a large bowl. Divide beef mixture into 4 equal portions. Press each portion into a thin patty over 1 tortilla, getting close to edges.
- 3
Cook the tacos: Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high. Add 1 tortilla, beef side down; cook, pressing down gently, until well browned, 2 to 3 minutes. Flip; cook until tortilla is crisp, 1 to 2 minutes. (Adjust heat as needed to prevent overbrowning.) Transfer, tortilla side down, to a wire rack placed over parchment paper; cover loosely with foil to keep warm. Repeat with remaining 3 tortillas, wiping skillet clean as needed.
- 4
Top and serve the tacos: Top patties with avocado and pico de gallo. Drizzle with mayonnaise mixture and garnish with cilantro leaves. Fold tortillas in half like tacos. Serve immediately with any extra mayonnaise mixture.