Cheesy Beef Tacos Creamy Sauce
Savor juicy, buttery beef smashed into flavorful patties, topped with fresh lettuce and tomatoes, served in warm tortillas with a creamy, spicy dipping sauce for a perfect mix of heat and crunch.
Equipment
- 1 Grill or Skillet
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 spatula
- 1 small bowl
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 8 small flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp hot sauce
- 1 tsp lime juice
Instructions
- Combine ground beef, butter, garlic powder, and onion powder in a mixing bowl.
- Gently mix with your hands to evenly distribute spices without overworking the meat.
- Form the mixture into golf ball-sized balls.
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat and add oil if skillet is used.
- Place meatballs on grill or skillet and cook undisturbed for 1 to 2 minutes.
- Press down each meatball firmly with a spatula creating 1/2 inch thick patties.
- Cook patties for an additional 2 to 3 minutes until desired doneness.
- Flip patties carefully to develop a crispy crust.
- Warm tortillas on grill or in microwave briefly.
- Place one smashed patty on each tortilla and top with shredded lettuce and diced tomatoes.
- In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, hot sauce, and lime juice to make the creamy spicy sauce.
- Serve tacos with the spicy dipping sauce on the side for extra flavor.
Notes
- Use a hot skillet for a crispy sear on the beef.
- Press patties firmly to create crispy edges and juicy centers.
- Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 2 days.