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Caramelized Onions Smashed Burger Tacos

Sweet, savory, and incredibly satisfying, these Caramelized Onion Smashed Burger Tacos combine juicy smashed beef, buttery caramelized onions, melty cheese, and a creamy burger sauce on crispy flour tortillas. They're a fun twist on classic burgers that comes together under 40 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 305
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

For the Caramelized Onions:
For the Burger Sauce:
For the Burger Tacos:
  • 1 lb Ground beef
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Onion powder
  • 1 tsp Smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Black pepper
  • 2 Tbsp Taco seasonings
  • 4 Small Flour tortillas
  • 4 Slices Gouda cheese
For the Toppings:
  • Shredded iceberg lettuce
  • Diced tomatoes
  • Parsley

Equipment

  • 1 Cast - iron skillet

Method
 

  1. Caramelize the Onions: See my Homemade Beef Burgers with Caramelized Onions and Burger Sauce recipe.
  2. Make the Burger Sauce: See my Homemade Beef Burgers with Caramelized Onions and Burger Sauce recipe.
  3. Prepare the Beef: Combine the ground beef with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and taco seasonings.
  4. Divide into 4 equal portions.
  5. Place each portion onto a tortilla and spread the beef into a very thin, even layer, covering almost the entire tortilla.
  6. Cook the Burger Tacos: Heat a large cast-iron skillet or flat-top griddle over medium-high heat.
  7. Place the tortilla beef-side down onto the hot surface.
  8. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until the beef develops a crispy crust.
  9. Flip the taco over and place a slice of cheese on the meat, cover the pan and cook for 1-2 minutes, until the cheese melts and the tortilla is lightly toasted. Repeat with remaining tacos.
  10. Assemble: Top each taco with shredded lettuce, caramelized onions, burger sauce, and sprinkle of fresh parsley. Serve immediately.