High Protein Smash Burger Tacos
Keen Moose

High Protein Smash Burger Tacos

26g protein, only 265 calories each

Crispy-edged smash burgers nestled in warm corn tortillas with fresh toppings - a high-protein twist on classic street tacos.

17Min
4Servings
265Cal
MediumLevel
Kid friendlySpicy 1/5high-protein
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Equipment

large skillet
stove
chef's knife
cutting board
metal spatula
serving plate

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

lean ground beef (raw)

400 g

small corn tortillas (room temperature)

8 pcs

cheddar cheese (shredded)

60 g

white onion (diced)

1 pcs

tomato (diced)

2 pcs

lettuce (shredded)

100 g

olive oil (liquid)

10 ml

Instructions

1

Prepare ingredients

Dice onion and tomatoes, shred lettuce, and prepare all toppings.

5 min
2

Heat the pan

Place a large skillet over high heat and add olive oil.

2 minHigh heat
Make sure pan is very hot for proper smash
3

Smash the burgers

Divide beef into 8 portions, place each on hot pan and smash flat with spatula.

3 minHigh heattimer 2 min
Press firmly and quickly for thin, crispy edges
4

Flip and add cheese

Flip each patty and immediately top with shredded cheese.

2 minMedium-high heattimer 1 min
Cheese should be fully melted before removing
5

Warm the tortillas

While patties cook, warm tortillas in a dry pan or microwave.

2 minMedium heat
Keep warm and pliable
6

Assemble the tacos

Place each cheesy patty on a warm tortilla and top with onion, tomato, and lettuce.

3 min
Serve immediately while hot

Storage

Fridge: 2 days
Reheat: Microwave 1-2 minutes or skillet 2 minutes

Best enjoyed fresh. Reheat patties separately from tortillas to maintain crispiness

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