Smash Burger Burritos

Name: Smash Burger Burritos With Animal Style Sauce
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 large yellow onion, chopped; 2 tbsp butter; 1.5 lbs ground beef; 2 tbsp yellow mustard; hamburger seasoning, to taste; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 2 tbsp ketchup; 2 tbsp sweet pickle relish; 4 burrito-size flour tortillas; 2 cups crinkle-cut french fries, cooked; 8 slices American cheese

Smash burger burritos combine thin, crispy mustard-grilled burger patties with caramelized onions, french fries, American cheese, and homemade burger sauce, all wrapped in a flour tortilla and grilled until golden. This creative Animal Style-inspired burrito delivers steakhouse-style smash burger flavors in an easy-to-eat handheld format.

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Total

30 min

Servings

4

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$22–$36

Recipe Source

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Ingredients

1 large yellow onion, chopped
2 tbsp butter
1.5 lbs ground beef
2 tbsp yellow mustard
hamburger seasoning, to taste
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tbsp ketchup
2 tbsp sweet pickle relish
4 burrito-size flour tortillas
2 cups crinkle-cut french fries, cooked
8 slices American cheese

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Instructions

1
Heat a griddle or large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and butter, and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and caramelized.
2
While the onions cook, portion the ground beef into balls. Place them on the hot griddle over medium-high heat and smash them into thin patties using a burger press or spatula.
3
Brush the tops of the patties with yellow mustard and season generously with hamburger seasoning.
4
Cook for a couple of minutes until a nice crust forms, then flip the patties.
5
Using a spatula, chop the cooked patties into small, bite-sized pieces on the griddle.
6
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, ketchup, and sweet pickle relish to create the burger sauce.
7
To assemble, lay a large flour tortilla flat. Drizzle some of the burger sauce down the center.
8
Layer with a pile of cooked french fries, a slice of American cheese, a scoop of the chopped burger meat, and some of the grilled onions.
9
Drizzle with more sauce and top with a second slice of American cheese.
10
Fold in the sides of the tortilla and roll it up tightly into a burrito.
11
Place the burritos seam-side down on the griddle and cook for 1-2 minutes per side, until golden brown and toasted.
12
Remove from the griddle, slice in half, and serve immediately.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Form thin smash patties (¼ inch) and cook on high heat without pressing—the crust forms naturally. Apply mustard directly to the cold patty before it hits the griddle for authentic Animal Style flavor.
Caramelize onions low and slow (10–15 minutes) to develop deep sweetness that balances the savory burger and tangy sauce.
Keep tortillas warm and pliable by wrapping them in foil or a damp towel while assembling. Cold tortillas tear and are harder to roll tightly.
Stuff conservatively—too much filling causes the wrapper to burst during grilling. Aim for a compact, even cylinder.

Substitutions

Sweet pickle relish → diced dill pickles (adjust mayo ratio for consistency)
American cheese → cheddar or Swiss (mild melts work best)
Crinkle-cut fries → shoestring or waffle fries (texture only; cooking time may vary slightly)

Storage & make-ahead

Store cooled burritos wrapped in foil in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat wrapped in foil at 350°F for 15–20 minutes until warmed through.

Equipment

griddle or cast-iron skillet · cutting board · large mixing bowl

Common Questions

What does Animal Style mean in this recipe?

Animal Style refers to In-N-Out's mustard-grilled burger preparation. Here, ground beef is seasoned, cooked with yellow mustard directly on the griddle, and topped with caramelized onions and a special burger sauce.

Can I make the burger sauce ahead of time?

Yes. Mix mayo, ketchup, and sweet pickle relish and refrigerate for up to 5 days. This makes assembly faster on cooking day.

How do I get the burrito wrapper crispy without tearing it?

After rolling tightly, place seam-side down on a preheated skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Grill 2–3 minutes per side until golden. Don't overfill, which causes splitting.