Smash Tacos

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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.

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