Description
Big Mac Smash Burger Tacos combine the juicy, crispy goodness of classic smash burgers with the fun, portable format of tacos. Featuring seasoned ground beef pressed directly onto soft flour tortillas, melted American cheese, and fresh toppings like shredded lettuce, diced pickles, and onions, these tacos are finished with a tangy, creamy Big Mac-style sauce for that iconic flavor. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive game day treat, these tacos bring the best of American fast food classics into one delicious handheld meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef (80/20)
- 6 small flour tortillas
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 6 slices American cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
- 1/4 cup diced pickles
- 1/4 cup finely diced onion
Big Mac Sauce
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Prepare the Big Mac Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, yellow mustard, sweet pickle relish, white vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika until smooth. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use to let the flavors meld.
- Form the Beef Balls: Divide the ground beef into 6 equal portions and roll each into a ball. This helps achieve an even smash and cook.
- Assemble and Season: Lay one tortilla flat on a clean surface and press one beef ball directly onto one side of the tortilla, flattening it as much as possible to cover most of the surface. Lightly season with salt and pepper for flavor.
- Cook the Tacos: Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Place each tortilla beef-side down on the hot surface. Smash further if necessary to ensure even contact. Cook for 2–3 minutes until the beef is browned and crispy on the bottom.
- Flip and Warm Tortilla: Carefully flip the taco and cook the tortilla side for about 1 minute, warming it and allowing it to lightly crisp for added texture.
- Melt the Cheese: Add a slice of American cheese on top of the cooked beef side and let it melt while still on the heat. Repeat this process with all tacos.
- Add Toppings and Serve: Remove tacos from the skillet and top each with shredded lettuce, diced pickles, finely diced onion, and a generous drizzle of the prepared Big Mac sauce. Fold gently and serve warm for the best experience.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, toast the tortillas slightly before adding the beef to enhance texture.
- You can use either store-bought or homemade Big Mac sauce; this recipe makes enough sauce for all six tacos with some left over for dipping or spreading on the side.
- Using 80/20 ground beef ensures juicy, flavorful burgers with a good fat balance for crisping.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the crispy beef and melted cheese at their best.
