Spicy Jalapeño Pineapple Smash Tacos

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 2 tablespoons jalapeños, finely chopped
• 1 cup pineapple, diced
• 8 slices cheddar cheese
• 8 small corn tortillas
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper

• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 tablespoon hot sauce
• 1 teaspoon lime juice, freshly squeezed

Method

1. 01
   In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, chopped jalapeños, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
2. 02
   Divide the beef mixture into 8 equal balls.
3. 03
   Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add vegetable oil.
4. 04
   Place 2-3 beef balls in the skillet and smash them with a spatula to create thin patties.
5. 05
   Cook patties until edges are crispy, about 2 minutes per side. Add a slice of cheddar cheese on top of each patty to melt.
6. 06
   Remove patties and repeat with remaining beef balls.
7. 07
   Warm corn tortillas in a dry skillet until pliable.
8. 08
   For the spicy drizzle, mix sour cream, hot sauce, and lime juice in a small bowl.
9. 09
   Assemble tacos by placing a jalapeño beef patty on each tortilla, topped with diced pineapple and a drizzle of the spicy sauce.
10. 10
    Serve hot and enjoy the flavorful combination of spicy, sweet, and savory.