I’m back with another version of the viral-inspired Smash Burger Tacos recipe! I can’t wait for you to try these – they’re packed with flavor with a Japanese barbecue twist that’s bold, easy, and perfect for weeknights or entertaining.
You all liked it very much Street Corn Smash Burger Tacos So dangerous, that I had to go back to the test kitchen and create another flavor variation that would be just as fiery as fire, so without further ado, let’s break these down Japanese BBQ Smash Burger Tacos So that you can make them for your family ❤️.
- A fun flavor twist on the viral classic Smash Burger Taco recipe
- Easy to make and very tasty!
- You just need 6 ingredients.
Smash Burger Taco Trend
The smash burger taco trend isn’t new, but it originally started on TikTok a few years ago with Big Mac-style smash burger tacos. You’ll crumble the ground beef directly onto the tortilla and then crisp it on both sides and top with your favorite Big Mac toppings – shredded lettuce, pickles, American cheese, and a burger sauce,
This trend definitely lives up to the hype IMO, so the team and I created a street corn variation that you all loved. And now I am back with this Japanese BBQ flavor variation. This is great.
Materials you will need
- Ground beef: I like the flavor of ground beef for these tacos, but I’ve tested with both ground turkey and ground chicken and both of these options work great. Just know that turkey and chicken will shrink more when cooked on a tortilla because they are both lean meats.
- Japanese-Style BBQ Sauce: There are lots of great options for Japanese barbecue available at major grocery stores in the U.S. I like Bachan and used it for this recipe.
- Street Taco Flour Tortilla: Street Tacos sized tortillas are perfect for smash burger tacos! Why? This is the perfect size for breaking the meat to the sides of the tortilla.
- Asian Salad Dressing: Similar to Japanese BBQ, there are plenty of great store-bought alternatives. I love Target’s Good & Gather Asian-Style Sesame Vinaigrette.
- Kewpie Mayonnaise: Kewpie adds just the right amount of creaminess to the slaw. I like to add a little extra drizzle to my decorated tacos right before serving, yum.
- Coleslaw Mix: Any store-bought slaw mix will work. I like to use a combination of different colors of cabbage + shredded carrots for great crunch and variety of color.
Don’t forget your cast iron!
To get that perfect char on your Smash Burger Tacos, I highly recommend using a cast iron griddle. The pan’s intense heat and even distribution will give your tacos a deliciously crispy edge. If you don’t have a cast iron pan, you can also use a regular frying pan or grill.
How to Make This Smash Burger Tacos Recipe
- Prepare the burger meat: Add the ground beef and Japanese BBQ sauce to a bowl and stir together. Form 2 tablespoon sized meatballs.
- Press burger meat onto tortilla: Take each meatball and press it into each tortilla, making sure to spread the meat as thinly as possible until it reaches the edge.
- Cook the burger meat: Place the tortilla meat side down in the pan and cook for 2 minutes. Flip the tacos and cook an additional 30 seconds to brown the tortilla.
- Prepare the slaw: Add Asian salad dressing and mayonnaise to a large bowl and whisk together. Add coleslaw mixture and toss until combined.
- Assemble the Smash Burger Tacos: Top each taco with a scoop of coleslaw mixture.
- Serve and enjoy,
try it!
2-Ingredient Protein Tortillas
Use these 2-ingredient homemade protein tortillas for your smash tacos – they’re so sticky and delicious!
service ideas
You can serve these Smash Burger Tacos the traditional way, with fries! i recommend my Air Fryer Zucchini Fries, Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries Or Classic Potato Wedges,
Are you looking for something more Asian-inspired? i recommend my Sesame Soy Kale Salad, Rainbow Sesame Noodle Salad or mine Vegetarian Fried Rice,
storage of leftovers
If you have leftover tacos, refrigerate them in an airtight container 3 daysTo reheat, place them on a foil-lined baking sheet and bake 350°F Until heated through, approx. 10 minutes,
More of My Favorite Taco Recipes
What size tortilla should I use, and can I substitute the flour for corn?
I highly recommend using the Dough Street Corn Taco Shells. these are mine FavoriteCorn tortillas can be used just like mine Homemade Protein Tortillasyou do you!
What toppings go well with these Smash Burger Tacos?
I love serving these Japanese BBQ Smash Burger Tacos with all of my favorite Asian-inspired toppings. Think peeled edamame, chopped cilantro, pickled ginger, or sliced cucumber right on top. Let me know in the comments what your favorites are!
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Add the ground beef and Japanese BBQ sauce to a bowl and stir to combine. Use a tablespoon scoop to scoop out two tablespoons of the meat mixture and form a ball.
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Lay tortillas out on a clean work surface. Take a meatball and press it into the tortilla. Spread the meat as thinly as possible until it reaches the edge. Repeat until you have used all the meatballs.
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Heat a large pan over medium heat. Place the tortilla meat side down in the pan and cook for 2 minutes. Oil will be made from meat. Flip the tacos and cook an additional 30 seconds to brown the tortilla. Remove from pan and set aside. Repeat until all tacos are cooked.
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Add Asian salad dressing and mayonnaise to a large bowl and whisk together. Add coleslaw mixture and toss until combined.
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Top each taco with a scoop of coleslaw mixture.
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Serve immediately.
Calories: 356 kilo calories, Carbohydrates: 20 Yes, Protein: 14 Yes, thick: 24 Yes, Fiber: 2 Yes, Sugar: 5 Yes
Nutrition information is calculated automatically, so it should be used as an estimate only.
Photography by: wooden pan
