Description
Smash burger tacos merge classic Philly cheesesteak flavors with taco excitement. Melted provolone, caramelized onions, and tender beef create a mouthwatering fusion you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ lb (226 g) ground sirloin
- 8 slices provolone cheese
- 2 flour tortillas
- 1 onion, sliced
- 1 red pepper, sliced
- ½ cup (120 ml) mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, grated
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sauce Preparation: Whisk together mayonnaise, finely minced garlic, extra virgin olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper to create a zesty garlic aioli. Set aside for final garnishing.
- Vegetable Sautéing: Heat a skillet and caramelize yellow onions and bell peppers, stirring intermittently until they transform into a golden-brown, sweet, and tender mixture.
- Meat Preparation: Season ground sirloin with kosher salt and black pepper. Portion the meat evenly onto soft flour tortillas, spreading in a thin, uniform layer across the entire tortilla surface.
- Smash and Sear: Position tortillas meat-side down in a preheated cast-iron skillet, cooking for 6-8 minutes to develop a crispy, caramelized exterior. Flip tortillas carefully, then immediately layer with caramelized onions, roasted peppers, and Provolone cheese slices.
- Cheese Melting: Create a melting environment by covering the skillet with aluminum foil or broiling for 2-3 minutes until cheese becomes gloriously bubbling and fully melted.
- Finishing and Serving: Remove from heat, drizzle generously with prepared garlic aioli, fold tortillas into classic taco shape, and serve immediately while piping hot to maximize flavor fusion.
Notes
- Meat Selection Matters: Choose ground sirloin with 80/20 fat ratio for maximum juiciness and flavor, ensuring a perfectly crispy smash burger texture.
- Tortilla Temperature Tip: Use room temperature soft flour tortillas to prevent tearing and achieve an even, crispy base when smashing the meat.
- Skillet Secrets: Cast-iron skillet provides the best caramelization and heat distribution, creating a restaurant-quality golden-brown crust on the meat.
- Cheese Melting Magic: Cover the skillet briefly to trap heat and create a steam effect, helping the Provolone cheese melt smoothly and evenly across the taco.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 1200 mg
- Fat: 34 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg