Street Corn Smash Burger Tacos
A delightful blend of juicy smash burgers and vibrant street corn, these tacos are a sensory experience perfect for gatherings or family meals.
Ingredients
For the Beef Patties
- 1 pound ground beef (80/20 blend) High fat content helps keep patties moist.
- 8 small corn tortillas Use as the base for the tacos.
For the Street Corn Mixture
- 2 cups fresh corn kernels (or frozen, thawed) Charred corn adds smokiness.
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 unit lime, juiced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- to taste salt and pepper
Toppings
- 1 unit avocado, sliced
- to taste hot sauce (optional) For extra heat.
Instructions
Cooking the Beef
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, or prepare a grill for a smoky flavor.
- Form the ground beef into 2-ounce balls and place them in the skillet.
- Press down with a spatula to create thin patties.
- Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until browned, then season with salt and pepper.
- Flip and cook for another 2 minutes until cooked through.
Preparing the Street Corn Mixture
- In a bowl, combine fresh corn, mayonnaise, lime juice, chili powder, and smoked paprika.
- Mix until evenly coated, then add salt and pepper to taste.
- Fold in crumbled cotija cheese and chopped cilantro, then set aside.
Assembling the Tacos
- Warm the corn tortillas in a separate skillet or over a flame until pliable.
- Place a smash burger patty in the center of each tortilla.
- Generously spoon the street corn mixture over the top.
- Add slices of avocado and drizzle with hot sauce if desired.
- Serve warm.
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Notes
For variations, consider using ground turkey for a leaner option or adding jalapeños to the corn mixture for more spice. Prepare the street corn mixture in advance for best flavor.