Description

Elevate your taco night with these delicious smash tacos! Featuring a crunchy exterior and savory beef filling, this recipe is perfect for casual dinners or festive gatherings. Customize with fresh toppings for a burst of flavor that will delight your taste buds. Quick and easy to prepare, smash tacos are sure to become a family favorite!

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb ground beef (80/20)
1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade equivalent)
8 corn tortillas
1 cup shredded lettuce
1 cup chopped tomatoes
1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar and Monterey Jack mix)
½ cup sour cream
Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Sliced jalapeños, optional
Lime wedges, for serving

Instructions

Prepare your workspace by gathering all ingredients.
In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked (5-7 minutes). Drain excess fat and add taco seasoning with ½ cup water. Simmer until thickened (3-5 minutes).
Warm tortillas in another pan for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
In a skillet with oil, place one tortilla, top with beef mixture, and press down with another pan to smash it.
Cook each smashed taco for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
Assemble tacos with lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, sour cream, and desired toppings.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Frying
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 smashed tacos (approx. 200g)
Calories: 420
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 22g
Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Swap ground beef for chicken or plant-based proteins to customize your tacos. For added flavor, experiment with unique spices or toppings like pickled onions. Store leftovers in airtight containers; reheat on the stovetop for best results.