Is your mouth watering at the thought of Smash Burger Tacos? Mine is. Thin, crispy beef pressed on a griddle and cooked right on a tortilla, finished with melty cheese and your favorite burger toppings — plus a tangy homemade burger sauce — these tacos combine the best of burgers and tacos into a quick, crowd-pleasing dinner.
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What’s better than a burger or a taco? A smash burger taco — crispy, seasoned beef spread thin on a soft tortilla, topped with cheese, crunchy lettuce, pickles, tomato and a tangy burger sauce. Think Big Mac flavors in taco form. If you like morning flavors, you can also adapt this idea into smash burger breakfast tacos.
These Blackstone smashburger tacos are fast and simple, taking about 20 minutes from start to finish. They’re easy to scale up for a crowd, and they pair well with simple sides like mac and cheese, fries, or grilled vegetables.
What is a Smash Burger?
Smash burgers are made by taking a ball of ground beef and pressing it very thin on a hot griddle or skillet. The high heat creates a deeply browned, crispy edge while keeping the center flavorful and juicy. Turning that concept into a taco gives you an ultra-crispy meat layer right on the tortilla.
Why You’ll Love Smash Burger Tacos
- Easy cleanup when cooked on a Blackstone or flat-top griddle.
- Simple to multiply for parties — they’re a big crowd-pleaser.
- Highly customizable: change the seasoning, toppings, or sauce to suit your taste.
Ingredients for Blackstone Smash Burger Tacos
- Soft tortillas – Small flour tortillas work best for a Big Mac taco feel; use corn tortillas for a gluten-free version.
- American cheese – Melts perfectly and mimics classic burger flavor; swap for cheddar or provolone if you prefer.
- Ground beef – A lean-to-medium blend (for example 80/20 or 93/7 depending on fat preference) works well.
- Beef seasoning – Use your favorite seasoning or a simple salt-and-pepper mix.
- Butter – To grease the griddle so the tortillas don’t stick.
- Salt and pepper – To season the beef.
- Burger sauce – Combine mayonnaise, yellow mustard, ketchup, dried minced onion, garlic powder and a splash of white vinegar for a tangy sauce.
Helpful Tools
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Blackstone griddle or flat-top griddle
- Metal spatula for pressing
- Mixing bowl
How to Cook Smash Burger Tacos on a Blackstone or Griddle
Start by making the burger sauce: whisk mayonnaise, yellow mustard, ketchup, dried minced onion, garlic powder and a little white vinegar in a small bowl. Chill while you assemble the rest.
Prepare your toppings — shredded lettuce, sliced tomato, onions and pickles — and keep them refrigerated until serving.
Preheat your Blackstone griddle, flat-top or a 12″ cast-iron skillet to medium-high heat.
Divide the ground beef into four equal portions. Press each portion thinly and evenly over one side of a tortilla so the beef covers the tortilla surface; repeat for all tortillas and place them on a tray.
Season each uncooked taco with beef seasoning, salt and pepper.
Butter the griddle with about half the butter and spread it around. Place the tortillas meat-side down on the hot surface and cook for 3–4 minutes until the meat crisps. Flip each taco, top with a slice of cheese, and cook another 3 minutes or until the beef reaches 160–165°F (71–74°C) depending on your preferred doneness and food-safety guideline.
Remove from the griddle, add burger sauce and desired toppings, then fold and serve hot.
What to Serve with Smash Burger Tacos
These tacos pair wonderfully with many sides. Try fries, mac and cheese, grilled corn or a fresh smoked salsa. For a lighter option, serve with grilled asparagus or corn on the cob. Baked potatoes on the grill also make a hearty accompaniment. For a party vibe, add cocktails like a margarita.
How to Store Leftover Smash Burger Tacos
Store leftovers without toppings or sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2–3 days. Keep leftover burger sauce in a sealed container for up to one week.
How to Reheat Smash Tacos
Reheat in an oven or air fryer for the best texture. Avoid the microwave, which can make tortillas soggy. If you plan to freeze, wrap individual tacos in parchment and freeze in a sealed bag; reheat from frozen in the oven or air fryer.
Can I make these Smash Tacos Gluten Free?
Yes. Use your favorite corn tortillas instead of flour. Corn tortillas may be less sturdy than flour, but they work well and keep the recipe gluten-free.
What Toppings Work on Smash Burger Tacos?
Classic toppings include shredded iceberg lettuce, sliced tomatoes, onions and dill pickles. Add shredded cheese, bacon, grilled onions, sliced jalapeños or spicy mayo for extra flavor. Customize to your preference.
Pro Tips!
- Make homemade flour tortillas for fresher flavor.
- For a lighter version, try ground turkey instead of beef.
- These tacos are best eaten fresh, but leftovers can be reheated well in an oven or air fryer.
Once you try these smash burger tacos, they’ll likely become a request at gatherings and family dinners. They’re fast, flavorful and extremely adaptable — a definite new favorite.
More Blackstone Recipes You’ll Love
- Blackstone steak and Philly cheesesteak recipes are excellent next steps if you enjoy cooking on a griddle.
- Try smash burger sliders or a Blackstone crunchwrap for more griddle-inspired meals.
Blackstone Smash Burger Tacos
Equipment
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Blackstone Griddle
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Blackstone Spatula
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Sharp Knife
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Cutting Board
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Meat Thermometer
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Small mixing bowl
Ingredients
Sauce
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 ½ teaspoons yellow mustard
- ¼ cup ketchup
- ½ teaspoon dried minced onion
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon white vinegar
Smash Tacos
- 2 Tablespoons butter
- 1 pound ground beef (80/20 blend or your preferred mix)
- 4 slices American cheese
- 4 small taco-size soft tortillas
- 1 teaspoon beef seasoning or salt and pepper
- Toppings: shredded lettuce, tomatoes, onions and pickles, as desired
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, yellow mustard, ketchup, dried minced onion, garlic powder and white vinegar. Refrigerate while you prepare the tacos.
- Prepare toppings and keep chilled until serving.
- Preheat your griddle, flat-top or 12″ cast-iron skillet to medium-high heat.
- Divide ground beef into four portions and press each portion thinly over one side of a tortilla so the meat evenly covers the tortilla. Place prepared tortillas on a tray.
- Season each with beef seasoning, salt and pepper.
- Spread half the butter on the griddle, place tacos meat-side down and cook 3–4 minutes. Flip, top with cheese, and cook another 3 minutes until beef is cooked through to safe internal temperature.
- Remove from griddle, add sauce and toppings, then serve while hot.
Tips
Freezer: If wrapped individually without toppings, the burger-tortilla combo can be frozen in a sealed bag. Reheat from frozen in the oven or air fryer.
Leftover burger sauce keeps in the fridge up to one week. Reheat leftovers in the oven or air fryer; avoid the microwave to prevent soggy tortillas.
Nutrition Information
We are not dietitians. For exact nutritional information, use your favorite nutrition calculator.