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Smash Tacos

Hand-held tacos built on corn tortillas with a seared protein, melted cheese, and crispy toppings. Cooked on a griddle or skillet, the filling is pressed thin and caramelized before assembly.

35
min
4
servings
470
kcal
30.2g
protein

Ingredients

4 servings
Cheddar cheese1 cup shredded
Onion1 medium
Cilantro0.25 cup
Salsa0.5 cup

Method

1

Dice onion and jalapeños; chop cilantro; cut lime into wedges. Keep all toppings in separate bowls near the stove.

2

Warm tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for 30 seconds per side, then set aside and keep warm.

3

Heat a cast-iron skillet or griddle over medium-high heat until hot.

4

Divide ground meat into 8 equal portions (about 2 oz each); do not form patties, leave loose.

5

Place one portion on the hot skillet and immediately press flat with a spatula until ¼ inch thick; season with taco seasoning. Cook 90 seconds without moving until edges are caramelized.

6

Flip and cook 60 seconds more. Transfer to a plate and repeat with remaining portions.

7

Place one warm tortilla on a flat surface; top with one smash patty and a pinch of shredded cheese.

8

Add onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and a spoonful of salsa on top.

9

Fold tortilla in half and serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition, per serving

Calories470 kcal
Protein30.2 g
Carbohydrate26.5 g
Fat28.2 g
Fibre4.6 g
Sodium797 mg

Per serving. Changing servings scales the amounts, not these figures.

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