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Flavorful Blackstone Smash Burger Tacos Recipe with Easy Special Sauce

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These smash burger tacos combine crispy, juicy beef patties with a creamy special sauce, wrapped in soft tortillas for a quick and satisfying meal perfect for casual gatherings or weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 8 small to medium soft flour tortillas (or corn tortillas for gluten-free)
  • 4 slices cheddar cheese (or shredded, Monterey Jack as alternative)
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup diced ripe tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup pickles or pickled jalapeños
  • Special Sauce:
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Optional: dash of hot sauce or chipotle powder

Instructions

  1. Preheat your Blackstone griddle or skillet to medium-high heat (around 375°F).
  2. Form the beef into loosely packed balls, about 3 ounces each.
  3. Place a ball of beef on the griddle and immediately smash it flat using a metal spatula, pressing firmly and holding for about 10 seconds to create a thin, even patty with crispy edges.
  4. Season the patty generously with salt and black pepper.
  5. Cook for 2-3 minutes without moving the patty until juices bubble and edges turn golden brown.
  6. Flip the patty carefully and add a slice of cheddar cheese; cook another 1-2 minutes until cheese melts and patty is cooked through but still juicy.
  7. While patties cook, warm tortillas on the side of the griddle or in a dry skillet.
  8. Mix the special sauce by whisking together mayonnaise, ketchup, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and optional hot sauce.
  9. Assemble the tacos by spreading a generous spoonful of special sauce on each tortilla, then layering with smashed burger patty, shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and pickles.
  10. Serve immediately while hot for best crispy, juicy experience.

Notes

Use 80/20 ground beef for best juiciness and crust. Do not overwork the meat when forming balls. Season patties after smashing for better crust formation. Warm tortillas separately to avoid sogginess. Press firmly but do not flatten paper-thin; about 1/4 inch thickness is ideal. Cover patties briefly after flipping to melt cheese evenly. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for 2 days; reheat patties and tortillas separately to maintain texture. Special sauce can be made ahead and stored in fridge to deepen flavor.

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