Smashburger Jalapeño Tacos with Montana Ranch 90/10 Ground Beef

By CinamaChef: Ben Mohorn

November 03, 2025

When burger night meets taco Tuesday, something magical happens. These Smashburger Jalapeño Tacos bring the best of both worlds — sizzling beef, melty cheddar, and the perfect kick of heat, all wrapped in a warm tortilla.

And with Montana Ranch 90/10 Ground Beef, you get premium flavor and just the right balance of lean protein and rich, beefy juiciness. Raised the right way — no antibiotics, no added hormones, and American raised — it’s beef you can feel good about serving your family.

Family-Friendly Option

If you’re cooking for young kids or anyone who prefers a milder meal, simply leave out the jalapeños — you’ll still get all the flavor and crunch of the smashburger with the melty cheese and sauce. Kids will love this new way to enjoy their favorite cheeseburgers — taco style! It’s fun to eat, quick to make, and guaranteed to be a hit at the dinner table.

Why Montana Ranch Beef Makes It Better

Montana Ranch 90/10 Ground Beef is crafted for those who love flavor, performance, and purity in every bite. The 90/10 blend offers:

High protein, low fat for a leaner but still juicy cook
No fillers or additives — just real, clean beef
Sustainably raised on American pastures

Whether you’re flipping burgers or filling tacos, you’ll taste the difference of real ranch-raised beef.

Ingredients

Main:

2 lbs Montana Ranch 90/10 Ground Beef
Beef tallow (for searing)
Cheddar cheese slices
2–3 jalapeños, sliced
Tortillas (flour or corn)

Spice Mix:

1 tsp cayenne
1 tsp paprika
½ tsp onion powder
½ tsp garlic powder
Salt to taste

Burger Sauce:

2 tbsp ketchup
2 tbsp mayo
1 tbsp pickle relish
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
2 strips beef bacon, cooked and chopped (Optional)
1 tsp cayenne (optional, for extra heat)
Salt to taste

Directions

1. Make the Burger Sauce In a small bowl, mix ketchup, mayo, relish, Dijon mustard, chopped beef bacon, cayenne, and salt. Adjust seasoning to taste, then set aside for serving.

2. Prep the Skillet
Heat a cast iron skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Add a spoonful of beef tallow and let it melt until shimmering — this adds rich, natural flavor and helps form that crispy smashburger crust.

3. Smash the Burgers
Form the ground beef into small 3–4 oz balls. Place each on the hot skillet, top with a few jalapeño slices, and smash them flat using a spatula or burger press. Sprinkle your spice mix over each patty.

4. Flip and Melt
Once a deep crust forms (about 1–2 minutes), flip the patties. Top each with a slice of cheddar, then add a splash of water to the skillet and cover with a metal bowl to steam and perfectly melt the cheese.

5. Build the Tacos
Warm your tortillas, then layer on the cheesy jalapeño smashburgers. Drizzle with your burger sauce and serve immediately.

Final Tip

These tacos are perfect for game day spreads, backyard cookouts, or a midweek family dinner that feels like a treat. Add a squeeze of lime or some crunchy pickled onions to take them to the next level.

Serve it up hot, bold, and unapologetically beefy — Montana Ranch style.