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Street Corn Smash Burger Tacos

Street Corn Smash Burger Tacos

Delicious Street Corn Smash Burger Tacos bring together rich flavors and vibrant toppings for an unforgettable meal.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients
  

Taco Filling
  • 1.5 lbs ground hamburger 80/20
  • 6 pieces flour taco-sized tortillas
Street Corn Salad
  • 5-6 ears corn, husked and removed from the cob
  • 3/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 lime juiced and zested
  • 1/3 cup sliced scallions
  • 1/3 cup grated cojita cheese
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, minced, large stems removed
  • 1 piece jalapeno, diced
  • 1/2-1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2-1 tsp Tajin
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
Creamy Jalapeno Sauce
  • 3/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 3/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 heaping tbsp dry ranch seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp lime juice, fresh
  • 1/4 cup buttermilk, optional
  • 3/4 cup cilantro leaves, large stems removed
  • 1/2 cup pickled jalapenos
  • 2 tbsp juice from pickled jalapenos

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • food processor
  • griddle

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Add olive oil to a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add in the corn and cook, stirring frequently, until it starts to char and get some color, about 5-7 minutes. Allow to cool.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, lime juice, lime zest, garlic, Tajin, chili powder, and salt and pepper to create a sauce. Add in the corn, cilantro, green onions, jalapeno, and cojita cheese. Mix well until combined and top with additional cojita cheese, Tajin, and chili powder.
  3. In a food processor, purée cilantro leaves with the pickled jalapenos and 2 tablespoons of their juice until minced, scraping down the sides a few times.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine mayo and sour cream. Add ranch seasoning, garlic powder, and salt. Mix well to combine.
  5. Pour the cilantro mixture into the sour cream mixture and stir to combine. Add lime juice, then buttermilk a splash at a time until desired consistency is reached.
  6. Separate the hamburger meat into 3.5 ounce portions and press into 6-inch flour tortilla shells in a thin, even layer, slightly overlapping the edges. Season with salt and pepper.
  7. In a griddle or large skillet over high heat, cook the tortillas burger side down, using a spatula to press firmly. Cook undisturbed for 2-3 minutes, then flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
  8. Remove the smash burgers and top with a scoop of street corn, creamy jalapeno sauce, and a sprinkle of cojita or queso fresco cheese if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1taco

Notes

Store leftover tacos in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat on a skillet over medium heat until warmed through to maintain the crispiness of the tortillas.

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