Big Mac Smash Burger Tacos
Elevate your taco night with these Big Mac Smash Burger Tacos—savory beef, gooey cheese, and iconic sauce in a fun taco format!
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tsp seasoned salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 16 slices sharp cheddar cheese (ultra-thin slices work best)
- 8 small flour tortillas (taco size)
- 1 cup iceberg lettuce (finely shredded)
- ½ cup white onion (finely diced)
- 1 cup hamburger pickles
- 1 recipe Big Mac Sauce
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together your Big Mac sauce ingredients: mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, finely diced pickles, and a pinch of paprika. Set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef with seasoned salt and black pepper. Mix gently until combined.
- Heat the large skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.
- Divide the seasoned ground beef into 8 equal portions, smash each portion into thin patties, and cook for 2-3 minutes until a crust forms. Flip and add cheese.
- Cover briefly with a lid to melt the cheese (1-2 minutes).
- Warm the flour tortillas in a separate pan or microwave until soft.
- Assemble the tacos with a cheesy patty, shredded lettuce, diced onion, pickles, and Big Mac sauce.
- Serve immediately while hot and cheesy.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Spatula
- Serving Platter
- Cutting Board
- Knife
- Bowl
Notes
- These tacos are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for a day or two.
- To make gluten-free, use corn tortillas.
- Keep the beef cold until it hits the skillet for juiciness.