Crispy Beef Blackstone Smash Taco (Printable Version)
Smashed beef patties sizzle with melting cheese on crisp tortillas, topped with fresh vegetables for a fusion delight.
# What You'll Need:
→ Beef Patties
01 - 1 lb ground beef (80/20 fat ratio recommended)
02 - 1 tsp salt
03 - 1/2 tsp black pepper
04 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
05 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
→ Cheese Blend
06 - 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
07 - 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
→ Taco Shells
08 - 8 small flour or corn tortillas
→ Fresh Toppings
09 - 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
10 - 1/2 cup chopped lettuce
11 - 1/4 cup diced red onion
12 - 1/4 cup sour cream
13 - 1 jalapeño, thinly sliced
14 - Fresh cilantro, chopped
→ Cooking Fat
15 - 2 tbsp vegetable oil or melted butter
# How To Make:
01 - Preheat your Blackstone griddle or large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the surface to prevent sticking.
02 - Divide the ground beef into 8 equal balls, approximately 2 oz each, ensuring even cooking.
03 - Season each beef ball thoroughly with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder, coating all sides.
04 - Place each tortilla on the hot griddle. Immediately top with a generous mound of shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese blend, covering the center of the tortilla.
05 - Place a seasoned beef ball directly on top of each cheese mound. Using a sturdy metal spatula or burger press, smash the beef firmly down to spread it thinly over the melted cheese and tortilla.
06 - Cook for 2-3 minutes until the beef develops crispy, caramelized edges and the cheese becomes golden and bubbling beneath.
07 - Quickly flip the entire taco assembly (tortilla, beef, and cheese) so the tortilla side makes direct contact with the griddle. Cook for 1-2 minutes until tortilla is crispy.
08 - Transfer the crispy tacos to a serving platter, working quickly to maintain optimal temperature.
09 - Immediately top each taco with layers of chopped lettuce, diced tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño slices, fresh cilantro, and a generous dollop of sour cream.
10 - Serve the tacos hot while the cheese remains melted and the tortilla stays crispy for the best texture experience.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The crispy edges on the beef create this incredible texture contrast you just cant get with regular tacos
- Melting the cheese directly into the tortilla means every single bite is perfectly cheesy
02 -
- Do not try to flip these tacos too early or you will end up with a spectacular mess and broken dreams
- The cheese must be fully melted and bubbling before you place the beef on top or it will not fuse properly
03 -
- A cast iron skillet works beautifully if you don't have a Blackstone—just cook fewer tacos at a time
- Let the tacos rest for about 30 seconds after topping so the flavors can meld together