Save It A fun, budget-friendly twist on the classic cheeseburger, these tacos combine all your favorite burger flavors in a crispy tortilla shell. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.
I first served these tacos on a busy weeknight and my whole family loved how easy and flavorful they were.
Ingredients
- For the Beef: 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (80/20 recommended), 1 tsp kosher salt, ½ tsp black pepper, ½ tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp onion powder, 1 tbsp ketchup, 1 tbsp yellow mustard
- For the Tacos: 8 small flour tortillas (6-inch), 8 slices cheddar cheese (or American cheese), 1 tbsp vegetable oil (for frying)
- Toppings: 1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce, 1 large tomato, diced, ¼ cup dill pickles, sliced, ¼ cup diced red onion, ¼ cup burger sauce (store-bought or homemade see Notes)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef breaking it up with a spatula. Season with salt pepper garlic powder and onion powder.
- Step 2:
- Once the beef is browned and cooked through (about 5 7 minutes) stir in ketchup and mustard. Cook for 1 2 minutes until well combined. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Step 3:
- Wipe the skillet clean. Heat a thin layer of vegetable oil over medium heat.
- Step 4:
- Place a tortilla in the skillet top with a slice of cheese and add a heaping spoonful of the seasoned beef.
- Step 5:
- Fold the tortilla in half pressing gently to seal. Cook for 2 minutes per side or until golden brown and the cheese is melted. Repeat with remaining tortillas cheese and beef.
- Step 6:
- Fill each taco with shredded lettuce tomato pickles and red onion. Drizzle with burger sauce.
- Step 7:
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Save It Making these tacos brought back memories of family dinners filled with laughter and sharing favorite moments.
Notes
For a homemade burger sauce mix ¼ cup mayonnaise 1 tbsp ketchup 1 tbsp yellow mustard 1 tsp pickle juice and a pinch of paprika. Serve with oven fries or a simple green salad.
Required Tools
Large skillet Spatula Knife and cutting board Measuring spoons
Allergen Information
Contains Wheat (flour tortillas) Milk (cheese sauce) Egg (in some burger sauces). May contain Soy (in some store-bought sauces). Always check ingredient labels for allergens if uncertain.
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Recipe FAQs
- → What type of beef is best for this dish?
Using 80/20 ground beef provides the right balance of flavor and fat for juicy, flavorful filling.
- → Can I make this gluten-free?
Yes, substituting flour tortillas with corn tortillas makes this suitable for a gluten-free option.
- → How can I add extra spice to the filling?
Try using pepper jack cheese or adding sautéed jalapeños or chili flakes to the beef mixture.
- → What sauce complements these tacos best?
A creamy burger-style sauce made from mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, and a touch of pickle juice pairs perfectly.
- → What sides go well with these tacos?
Oven fries or a simple green salad make excellent accompaniments to balance the flavors.