Blackstone Smash Breakfast Tacos
Blackstone Smash Breakfast Tacos are perfect for busy mornings when you still want something delicious for your crew. Just press raw sausage onto a tortilla and cook it on the griddle so it gets crispy, add some melted cheddar and an egg, and breakfast is ready in less than 30 minutes. If you like, top them with avocado, salsa, hot sauce, or fresh cilantro.
Blackstone Smash Breakfast Tacos
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The key to this recipe is the smash technique. Instead of cooking the sausage on its own, press it onto the raw tortilla before putting it on the griddle.
Cheddar cheese is the classic choice, but pepper jack is great if you want a little spice. Whichever you use, add the cheese while the tortilla is hot so it melts completely under the dome.
You can cook the eggs however you like. Over-easy eggs give you a runny yolk that mixes with the sausage and cheese, but scrambled or sunny-side up eggs work too. Cook the eggs on an open part of the griddle while the tortillas finish so everything is hot when you serve.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Ready in 30 Minutes - You can go from a cold griddle to finished tacos in half an hour, so it won't take up your whole morning.
- Sausage That Stays Put - Pressing the sausage onto the tortilla keeps it from falling apart, so you don't lose any with each bite.
- Easy to Customize - Change up the cheese or meat, and you'll still have a great taco.
- Feeds a Crowd Fast - The large griddle lets you cook several tacos at once, so you don't have to make them in small batches.
- Protein-Packed - Sausage, cheese, and eggs together make this filling enough to carry you to lunch.
Serve with Blackstone Hash Browns!
Recipe Shopping List
Wondering if you have to hit the store? Here's the list of items you'll need to make this recipe. For specific amounts, please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post.
- Flour or Corn Tortillas: Flour tortillas make a softer taco, while corn tortillas add more texture and flavor. Use whichever you have on hand.
- Breakfast Sausage: Use bulk sausage instead of links so it's easy to press flat. Bacon or chorizo are good substitutes if you have them.
- Shredded Cheddar Cheese: Cheddar melts quickly and adds a sharp, tangy flavor. If you want some spice, try pepper jack instead.
- Farm Fresh Eggs: Prepare the eggs however you prefer. Over-easy is the classic choice here because the yolk mixes with the sausage and cheese.
Try with some Potatoes O'Brien!
How To Make This Recipe
This is just the overview so you can see what you're actually getting into here. When you are cooking, you'll want to use the full recipe at the bottom of the page.
- Preheat the Griddle - Heat your Blackstone to medium-high, around 375°F, and give it a couple minutes to fully preheat.
- Press the Sausage Onto the Tortillas - Divide the raw sausage into 4 portions and press a thin, even layer onto one side of each tortilla, all the way to the edges.
- Smash and Sear - Lay each tortilla sausage-side down on the griddle. Press firmly with a sturdy spatula and cook until browned, about 4 to 5 minutes.
- Flip, Top, and Melt - Flip the tortillas, scatter cheese over the sausage side, cover with a dome, and cook another 4 to 5 minutes until the cheese is fully melted.
- Cook the Eggs - While the tortillas finish, cook your eggs on another part of the griddle to your liking. Add a little butter down, first. We like our eggs over easy or sunny-side-up. Season with a bit of salt and pepper.
- Fold and Serve - Place the eggs on top of the melted cheese, fold the taco in half, and serve right away.
Try with my Blackstone Salsa Recipe!
Recipe FAQ
These tacos are best when fresh, but you can keep them in the fridge for up to two days. Reheat them on the griddle or in a skillet to get some crispiness back.
Put them back on the Blackstone or in a hot pan to reheat. Covering with foil or a lid helps warm everything evenly without drying out the eggs.
Yes, you can. Press the sausage onto the tortillas ahead of time, stack them with parchment paper between each, and refrigerate. Cook them straight from the fridge when you're ready.
Chorizo or turkey sausage both work for this recipe. Just keep an eye on the cooking time, since thickness and fat content can change how long they need.
The USDA recommends cooking ground pork to 160°F. If you're not sure, use an instant-read thermometer to check and be safe.
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Blackstone Smash Breakfast Taco
These smash breakfast tacos bring together crispy, griddle-cooked sausage, melted cheddar, and a soft egg in a warm tortilla. It’s a quick and hearty breakfast that’s better than the usual bacon and toast.
Ingredients
- 4 small tortillas (corn or flour)
- 1 pound breakfast sausage
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 farm fresh eggs
- Salt & Pepper
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Instructions
- Preheat the Griddle - Heat your Blackstone to medium-high, about 375°F, and let it heat evenly for a couple of minutes.
- Press the Sausage Onto the Tortillas - Divide the sausage into 4 equal portions. Press a thin, even layer onto one side of each tortilla, going all the way to the edges.
- Smash and Sear - Place each tortilla sausage-side down on the hot griddle. Press firmly with a sturdy spatula and cook until deeply browned, about 4 to 5 minutes.
- Flip, Top, and Melt - Flip the tortillas over, scatter the cheese evenly over the sausage side, cover with a dome, and cook another 4 to 5 minutes, until the cheese is fully melted.
- Cook the Eggs - While the tortillas finish cooking, cook the eggs on a clear section of the griddle to your preferred doneness.
- Fold and Serve - Place the eggs on top of the melted cheese, fold the taco in half, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use bulk sausage, not link sausage, so it's easy to press into a thin, even layer.
- Press hard when the sausage side hits the griddle. Good contact is what gives you that crisp crust.
- Keep the dome on while the cheese melts so it stays contained and the tortilla heats through evenly.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1 Amounts Per Serving: Calories: 856Total Fat: 60gSaturated Fat: 24gUnsaturated Fat: 35gCholesterol: 346mgSodium: 1620mgCarbohydrates: 31gFiber: 2gSugar: 2gProtein: 46gNutrition data provided here is only an estimate. If you are tracking these things for medical purposes please consult an outside, trusted source. Thanks!
