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00:00Smash Tacos
00:01These crispy, cheesy smashed beef tacos deliver unbeatable flavor and texture in just 10 minutes.
00:08With smoky spices, a golden crust, and melted cheese that binds it all,
00:13this easy skillet recipe transforms weeknight dinners into a restaurant-quality feast with zero fuss.
00:19For the seasoning blend, combine 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon each of ground cumin,
00:25smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 eighth teaspoon cayenne pepper,
00:331 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1 teaspoon ground black pepper.
00:37For the tacos, use 1 pound lean ground beef, 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend,
00:436 small flour tortillas, oil for cooking, and toppings of choice.
00:48Divide 1 pound ground beef into 6 loose balls for even cooking.
00:51Combine chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, and cayenne pepper.
01:00Place a tortilla. Top with 2 to 3 tablespoons cheese.
01:04Then add a beef ball and spread thinly for a crispy crust.
01:07Sprinkle seasoning over all tacos.
01:09Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat.
01:12Add oil and place a taco beef side down.
01:15Smash firmly with a spatula.
01:17Twist slightly and cook 2 to 3 minutes until crispy.
01:20Flip and cook 2 minutes on the tortilla side until golden and cheese melts.
01:25Repeat with remaining tacos and serve immediately with toppings while cheese is melty and crust crispy.
01:31For protein variations, try ground turkey or chicken with added olive oil,
01:35plant-based meats with reduced cooking time, ground pork, or a beef chorizo blend.
01:40For gluten-free, use corn or gluten-free flour tortillas.
01:43For dairy-free, substitute nutritional yeast or dairy-free cheese shreds like Violaif or Daiya.
01:50Each smashed taco has about 285 calories, with 22 grams protein, 15 grams fat, and 18 grams carbohydrates.
01:59Lean ground beef offers high-quality protein for muscle maintenance,
02:02while cheese adds calcium and extra protein supporting bone health.
02:05Lean ground beef themes are С
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