Onion Ring Smash Burger Tacos
A delicious fusion of smash burgers and tacos, featuring crispy onion rings and a savory burger sauce.
Equipment
- 1 Skillet cast iron preferred
- 1 Oven for baking onion rings
- 1 Spatula for smashing burgers
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 8 taco-sized flour tortillas
- 1 package frozen onion rings
- 8 slices cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 large tomato sliced
- 1/2 cup burger sauce
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Place frozen onion rings on a baking sheet and bake according to the package instructions until golden and crispy.
- Divide the ground beef into eight equal portions. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Place a portion of beef in the skillet and use a spatula to smash it down into a patty.
- Cook each patty until the edges are crispy and the center is cooked through, about 2-3 minutes per side. Repeat with remaining beef portions.
- Warm the flour tortillas on a dry skillet or in the microwave until pliable.
- Place a cooked patty on each tortilla. Top with a slice of cheddar cheese, a few onion rings, shredded lettuce, and slices of tomato.
- Drizzle burger sauce over the assembled tacos to taste.
Serving
- Serve the tacos immediately, garnished with additional sauce or your favorite toppings as desired.
Storage
- Store any leftover components separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat before serving.
Notes
Pro Tips: Achieving crispy edges on your smash burgers is key. Use a heavy spatula for best results.
Ingredient Substitutions: Swap out beef for turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
How to Serve: Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Storage & Freshness: Store in airtight containers and reheat just before serving.
Make-Ahead Tips: Prepare the onion rings and burger sauce in advance to save time.
Ingredient Substitutions: Swap out beef for turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
How to Serve: Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Storage & Freshness: Store in airtight containers and reheat just before serving.
Make-Ahead Tips: Prepare the onion rings and burger sauce in advance to save time.