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If you’re looking for a fun twist on a classic, these heart-shaped smash burger tacos are guaranteed to impress. Combining everything you love about a smash burger with the ease of a taco-style dinner, this recipe is quick, indulgent, and perfect for Valentine’s Day, date night, or a cosy night in. Crispy seasoned beef, melty cheese, and a homemade burger sauce all come together in one irresistible bite – and the heart shape makes them extra special.
Ingredients
Burgers (makes 6-7 tacos)
- 250g mince beef
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Burger sauce
- 4tbsp Ketchup
- 3tbsp Mayonnaise
- 2tbsp Mustard
- 4 tbsp Finely chopped gherkins
You’ll also need
- Pack of Soft white tortillas
- 4.5" heart-shaped cookie cutter
- Cheese slices (optional but highly recommended)
Instructions
- Make the burger sauce- Mix ketchup, mayo, mustard, and chopped gherkins to make your homemade burger sauce. Set aside until ready to use.
- Chop some extra gherkins and lettuce for garnish, set aside.
- In a bowl, mix the mince beef with smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until just combined.
- Cut the heart shapes out of the tortillas before pressing the beef on top, i found this easier than adding the beef then cutting them out.
- Push the beef on top of the heart shaped tortillas.
- Heat a frying pan or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Place the tortilla beef side down, cook until the beef is crispy and well-browned.
- Flip so the tortilla is on the pan, add cheese if using, and cook until the tortilla is golden and slightly crisp.
- Drizzle with burger sauce, add the extra chopped gherkins and lettuce, fold, and serve immediately.
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