Greek Beef Smashed Taco

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.
Servings 8 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.

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

  1. Prepare the hummus sauce and salad toppings in advance.
  2. Pre-cook the beef tacos and store separately.
  3. 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

  1. Can I use regular-sized tortillas?
    Yes, just adjust the amount of beef and toppings to suit the larger size.
  2. 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.
  3. 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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