Tender smashed beef on tortillas with melted cheese, fresh lettuce, diced tomatoes, and tangy salsa.
# Ingredient List:
→ Beef
01 - 1.1 lbs ground beef (80/20 blend)
02 - 1 tsp kosher salt
03 - 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
04 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
05 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
06 - 1/2 tsp onion powder
→ Tortillas
07 - 8 small (6-inch) flour tortillas
→ Cheese & Toppings
08 - 1 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
09 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
10 - 1 small head romaine lettuce, shredded
11 - 2 medium tomatoes, diced
12 - 1/2 cup sour cream
13 - 1/2 cup salsa or hot sauce
→ Oil
14 - 2 tbsp neutral oil (canola or vegetable)
# How-To Steps:
01 - In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef with kosher salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir gently until evenly mixed.
02 - Divide the seasoned beef into 8 equal portions, approximately 2 ounces each, rolling each into a ball.
03 - Heat 1 tablespoon of neutral oil in a large skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.
04 - Place 2 to 3 tortillas onto the hot cooking surface. Center a beef ball on each tortilla.
05 - Using a spatula or burger press, firmly press each beef ball into a thin patty covering most of the tortilla surface.
06 - Cook each patty for 2 to 3 minutes until the underside becomes browned and crispy.
07 - Flip each taco so the beef side is down. Cook for an additional 1 to 2 minutes, crisping the tortilla and ensuring beef is fully cooked.
08 - While still hot, sprinkle a small handful of shredded cheese over the beef side.
09 - Transfer the tacos to a serving plate with beef side up. Repeat the process with remaining beef balls and tortillas, adding more oil as needed.
10 - Top tacos with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sliced onions, sour cream, and salsa. Serve immediately.
