Smash Burger Tacos with Turkey

5 from 1 vote

Discover a mouthwatering twist on the viral TikTok recipe with this quick and easy recipe for Smash Burger Tacos featuring deliciously seasoned turkey.

Prep Time10

Cook Time30

Total Time40

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American, Mexican

Servings: people

Calories: 475kcal

Author: Dr. Nena Stefanovic

Ingredients

1 lb ground turkey
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning dried
1 teaspoon mustard
½ cup olive oil extra virgin
6 tortillas
1 cup feta cheese
⅓ cabbage small
½ cup sour cream
½ cup ketchup

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Instructions

Combine the ground turkey, salt, paprika, black pepper, Italian seasoning, and mustard in a large mixing bowl. Mix well until all the spices are evenly distributed throughout the turkey.
Portion the seasoned ground turkey into six balls.
Using a flat spatula or the back of a spoon, smash each turkey ball down into a thin patty on a flour or corn tortilla (please see the video for instructions)
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil (or your preferred cooking oil).
Place the turkey tortilla on the skillet with the meat side facing down and the tortilla side facing up. Press down on the top of the tortilla with a large spatula to smash the turkey into the hot pan. Since the turkey patties are thin, they only need 5-6 minutes to cook.
Turn the tortilla over so that the turkey side is now facing upwards. Sprinkle a handful of feta cheese over the turkey (adjust the amount to your preference), then flip it again so the turkey with the feta faces downwards. Cook until the cheese melts, approximately 2-3 minutes, until you achieve a crispy tortilla.
Turkey Smash Taco Topping Preparation: Begin by removing any loose or damaged outer leaves from the cabbage head. Rinse the cabbage thoroughly under cold water to remove dirt or debris.
Lay the cabbage on a cutting board with the stem end facing down. Use a sharp knife to remove the stem and carefully create a flat base. This will make it easier to handle.
Cut the cabbage in half vertically, from top to bottom. Take one-half of the cabbage and lay it flat-side down on the cutting board. Begin slicing the cabbage into thin strips using your knife. You can cut the cabbage crosswise to create these strips.
Transfer the shredded cabbage to a medium bowl. Season with salt and pepper to your liking, and then drizzle with olive oil. Mix everything thoroughly.
In a separate small bowl, combine sour cream, ketchup, one tablespoon of olive oil, and a handful of crumbled feta cheese.
Top the turkey tortilla with the prepared sauce, then add the seasoned shredded cabbage.
Serve immediately and enjoy the tasty combination of juicy turkey patties and tacos! You can serve it as is or alongside french fries or sweet potato fries.

Video

Notes

Refer to the post above for video instructions.
Nutrition information is an estimate and will depend on your specific ingredients.
Ground turkey - I used ground turkey breast (99% lean), but you can also use dark ground turkey with more fat (93% lean)
Salt - it's safe to use less salt, but I wouldn't recommend using more 😏
Paprika - if you like the burger spicy, you can use hot paprika or even chili powder
Mustard - any mustard will do the trick here, honestly. Its primary purpose is adding moisture to the burgers, mainly if you use 99% lean meat.
Olive oil - you can also use vegetable oil, avocado oil, or grapeseed oil
Tortillas - corn or flour. I used whole-wheat flour tortillas in my recipe.
Feta cheese - if you prefer a robust and tangy flavor, crumbled blue cheese works just as well.
Fresh cabbage - shredded into thin strips. You can go with green or purple cabbage, whichever you prefer.
Use your favorite burger toppings, such as sweet relish, red onion, iceberg lettuce, and tomatoes. You can also add a slice of American cheese or cheddar cheese to the taco burger immediately after removing it from the skillet.
You can switch up the sauces by trying Worcestershire sauce and pair it with fresh veggies like cherry tomatoes or cucumbers. These turkey burger smash tacos are delicious alongside a corn salad or black beans.

Quick tip: Press them down firmly onto the skillet with a flat spatula when cooking the turkey patties. This helps create a crispy outer layer while ensuring even cooking throughout.

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