Crispy, golden smashed steak-style tortilla melts packed with juicy seasoned beef, melty cheese, bold cowboy butter, and crunchy tortillas — served with a creamy, spicy dipping sauce that takes every bite completely over the top.
Ingredients
For the Smashed Steak-Style Meat
1 ½ lbs ground beef (80/20 for juiciness)
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
½ tsp chili powder
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
For the Cowboy Butter
6 tbsp melted butter
3 cloves garlic, grated
1 tbsp chopped parsley
1 tsp Dijon mustard
½ tsp smoked paprika
¼ tsp cayenne
½ tsp dried oregano
½ tsp flaky salt
For the Tortilla Melts
10–12 small flour tortillas
2 cups shredded cheddar or American cheese
Butter or oil for skillet
For the Spicy Dipping Sauce
½ cup mayo
2 tbsp ketchup
1 tbsp hot sauce
1 tbsp pickle juice
½ tsp smoked paprika
¼ tsp garlic powder
Pinch cayenne
Optional Add-Ons
Pickles
Diced onions
Jalapeños
Shredded lettuce
Hot honey drizzle
Extra cowboy butter
Directions
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