Name: Greek Beef Smashed Taco
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Ingredients: 8 tortillas (mini); 500 g beef mince; 1 tablespoon greek seasoning (or dried oregano); Salt & pepper; 3 tomatoes (sliced); 3 lebanese cucumbers (sliced); 1/2 red onion (thinly sliced); iceberg (or cos lettuce, Shredded ); 1/2 cup hummus (store bought ); 2 tablespoons Greek yoghurt; 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Beef, Dinner, Family Meals, Lunch, Quick Meals

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Greek Beef Smashed Taco

These Greek Beef Smashed Tacos are a quick, fresh, and flavour-packed meal that’s perfect for lunch or an easy weeknight dinner. They combine the hearty satisfaction of a beef patty with the crisp freshness of Greek salad, all wrapped up in a golden, crispy tortilla.

The tacos feature beef mince smashed directly onto the tortilla and pan-fried until crispy, creating a beautifully caramelised crust that locks in flavour. Topped with a vibrant mix of fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, shredded lettuce, crumbled feta, and a creamy hummus-yoghurt sauce, each bite is bursting with Mediterranean goodness.

This is a great recipe for family-style cooking or entertaining, where everyone can customise their toppings. They’re fast, filling, and deliver a great balance of protein, fibre, and fresh veggies in every bite.

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Servings tacos

Equipment

Large non-stick frying pan
Mixing bowls
Measuring Cups and Spoons
Chopping Board
Sharp Knife

Ingredients

8 tortillas mini
500 g beef mince
1 tablespoon greek seasoning or dried oregano
Salt & pepper
3 tomatoes sliced
3 lebanese cucumbers sliced
1/2 red onion thinly sliced
iceberg or cos lettuce, Shredded

Hummus Sauce:

1/2 cup hummus store bought
2 tablespoons Greek yoghurt
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Topped with crumbled feta & mint leaves.

Instructions

To make the sauce: Mix all ingredients together in a bowl.
To each tortilla, add approx a large golf ball size of beef mince and flatten out to completely cover the surface to the edges. Add more meat if you prefer a thicker patty. Sprinkle it with salt and pepper on top.
Preheat a large non-stick frying pan on high heat, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add 2-3 tacos, mince facing down. Cook for approx. 3-4 minutes, until the mince has browned, stuck to the tortilla and cooked through.
Flip over, lower the heat right down (so the tortillas don’t burn), and let the bottom of the tortilla get nice and brown and slightly crispy.
Top the taco with tomato, cucumber, red onion, feta, shredded lettuce, mint & drizzle over the hummus sauce.

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Notes

Cooking Tips for Beginners

Press the mince firmly onto the tortilla so it sticks well while cooking.
Adjust heat to prevent the tortillas from burning – high to crisp the meat side, low to crisp the tortilla base.
Prepare all toppings in advance for quick assembly.

Serving Suggestions

Serve with lemon wedges for extra zing.
Pair with a side of Greek salad or crispy potato wedges.
Add a spoonful of tzatziki or chilli sauce for extra flavour.

Make-Ahead or Prepare-Ahead Guidance

The hummus sauce can be made up to 3 days in advance and stored in the fridge.
Chop all salad ingredients ahead of time and store them in separate containers.

Storage Advice

Fridge: Store leftover cooked tacos in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat in a dry frying pan to re-crisp.
Note: Toppings are best added fresh just before serving.

Meal Prep Instructions

Prepare the hummus sauce and salad toppings in advance.
Pre-cook the beef tacos and store separately.
Assemble just before eating to keep everything crisp and fresh.

Substitutions

Beef Mince:

Substitute with chicken mince, turkey mince, or plant-based mince for a vegetarian option.

Hummus Sauce:

Swap hummus for tzatziki or garlic yoghurt.

Greek Seasoning:

Replace with dried oregano, lemon pepper, or za’atar.

FAQs

Can I use regular-sized tortillas?
Yes, just adjust the amount of beef and toppings to suit the larger size.
Can I make these in the oven?
It’s best to pan-fry to get the crispy beef layer, but you can try baking at 200°C for about 10-12 minutes, mince-side up.
Can I make these vegetarian?
Yes – swap the beef mince for plant-based mince or smashed chickpeas.

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Helpful Hints

Cook the tacos in batches to avoid crowding the pan.
Make the sauce in a squeeze bottle for easier drizzling.

Add kalamata olives or a sprinkle of sumac for extra Greek flavour.

Keywords

Appetizer, Dinner, Lunch

Mexican

Beef

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