Description
These Big Mac Smash Burger Tacos offer a delicious fusion of classic Big Mac flavors wrapped in soft taco shells. Featuring juicy smashed beef patties, a tangy homemade Big Mac sauce, and fresh toppings like shredded lettuce, cheese, and pickles, these tacos bring a fun twist to a beloved burger favorite. Ready in just 25 minutes, they make for a quick and satisfying meal perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Big Mac Sauce
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons mustard
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 tablespoon dill pickle relish
- 1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Smash Burgers
- 1 lb ground beef (80% lean for best flavor)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Taco Assembly
- 8 small soft taco tortillas (flour or corn)
- 1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or American cheese, optional)
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onions
- 1/2 cup sliced dill pickles (or relish)
- 1/4 cup sliced tomatoes (optional)
- Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Big Mac Sauce: In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, mustard, ketchup, dill pickle relish, white wine vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and salt. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well blended. Set aside to let the flavors meld.
- Make the Smash Burger Patties: Preheat a cast-iron skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Meanwhile, divide the ground beef into 4 equal balls, about 4 ounces each. Season each ball generously with salt and black pepper.
- Cook the Smash Burgers: Once the skillet is hot, add the beef balls spaced apart. Using a spatula or burger press, firmly smash each ball down into a thin patty. Cook for 2-3 minutes on the first side until the edges are crispy and browned. Flip the patties and cook for another 1-2 minutes until cooked through and golden.
- Warm the Taco Shells: While the patties cook, warm the taco tortillas. Heat them in a dry skillet for about 30 seconds each side until soft and pliable, or microwave for 10-15 seconds as an alternative method.
- Assemble the Tacos: Place one cooked burger patty on each warmed taco shell. Drizzle a generous amount of the prepared Big Mac sauce over the patty evenly.
- Top with Classic Big Mac Ingredients: Add a layer of shredded iceberg lettuce, shredded cheddar cheese, finely chopped onions, and sliced dill pickles on each taco. Optionally include sliced tomatoes and garnish with fresh cilantro for extra freshness and flavor.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the Big Mac Smash Burger Tacos immediately while warm and crispy. These tacos are perfect alongside crispy fries or a fresh side salad for a complete meal experience.
Notes
- Use 80% lean ground beef for juicy, flavorful patties.
- Feel free to swap cheddar cheese for American cheese for a more authentic Big Mac taste.
- Adjust the Big Mac sauce seasoning to your preference for sweetness or tang.
- Warm taco shells just before serving to keep them soft and pliable.
- These tacos are best enjoyed fresh but leftovers can be stored refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Make vegetarian by substituting the beef patties with plant-based burger patties.
