INGREDIENTS:
FOR THE SMASH BURGERS:
- 16-20 oz of vegan ground, depends how thin/thick you like them
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 8 small tortillas
- 8 slices of vegan cheese of choice
FOR THE Ⓥ SPECIAL SAUCE:
- 1/2 cup of vegan mayonaise
- 1 tbsp dill pickle, diced
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp ketchup
- 1/2 tsp mustard
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- Toppings: shredded lettuce, sliced pickles, diced tomatoes, minced onions, sliced avocado, vegan cashew queso
METHOD:
- Make the special sauce first. Add all of the special sauce ingredients to a bowl, whisk together & set aside or refrigerate until ready to use. Prepare the toppings by slicing & shredding them as you wish.
- Heat your skillet, pan or gridle. It is helpful to use two of them one on high heat to cook them & one on low heat to melt the cheese. Season the vegan ground in a bowl by mixing it with the garlic powder, onion powder, salt & pepper. Separate it into 8 equal servings, about a golf-ball size each.
- Take a tortilla & smash the seasoned vegan ground flat onto it with your fingertips. Place it ground side down & press down to “smash” it with the bottom of a skillet. Let it cook for a few minutes, use a spatula to work it free & carefully flip it over. Add a slice of vegan cheese. Adding a couple of sprinkles of water & putting a lid on top will help you get that perfect melt every time! Continue until all 8 of them are done. Be careful, it’s HOT!
- Since they will cook in batches, I like to lay the smashed tacos flat on a tray & heat for about 5-10 minutes in the oven at 350F before adding the special sauce, all of your favorite toppings & enjoying!
Vegan Yoga Momma 