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These Big Mac tacos are a lighter take on the fast food favorite. They’re faster to make and way more fun to eat. It’s not shocking that they went viral!
Part burger, part taco, these Big Mac smash tacos smash everything you love about a Big Mac into a tortilla!
Complete with a crave-worthy special sauce, this fun take on McDonald’s burger proves that some trending recipes are really worth the hype.
Who knew fast food could be homemade?
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Our keto Big Mac sauce is the low-carb version of the iconic burger sauce, perfect with these smash burger tacos!
And while you’re at it, treat yourself to a McDonald’s Shamrock Shake.
Why You’ll Love This Big Mac Tacos Recipe
- These smash Big Mac tacos are easier and faster to cook than classic burgers!
- If you’re tired of the same lunch or dinner routine, this taco-burger fusion will definitely spice things up.
- These smash burgers are customizable!
Ingredients And Substitutions
Mini flour tortillas – Read on for gluten-free options.
Raw ground beef – We use 85/15 ground beef for juicy, flavorful patties. Anything fattier might burn quicker or make the tortillas soggy.
American cheese slices – Cheddar cheese slices will also be tasty.
Pickled cucumbers – Tangy, salty, and crunchy, pickles are a burger favorite for a reason. You can also add white onion and avocado slices to your homemade burger tacos!
Iceberg lettuce – Feel free to use other leafy greens like spinach in this viral recipe.
Liquid from pickled cucumbers – Don’t forget to save a few tablespoons of pickled cucumber juice for your Big Mac tortilla sauce!
Mayonnaise – The base of the special burger sauce.
Yellow mustard and white vinegar – To balance the richness of the mayo. You can also stir in some hot sauce for added kick.
Paprika, onion powder, salt, garlic powder, and white sugar – Spices and seasonings will add more depth to the sauce.
Cooking spray – For cooking the beef-topped tortillas.
Tips For Making This Recipe
Cook the Beef Perfectly
For a golden brown, juicy beef patty that won’t slide off the tortilla, use a thin layer of ground meat and make sure your pan is hot. You can also use the bottom of another pan to really flatten the beef into the pan as you cook it.
Use Fast-Melting Cheese
Use easy-melting cheese slices, such as American, cheddar, mozzarella, or provolone, so the tortilla doesn’t toast faster than the cheese melts.
Storage Tips
Big Mac tacos are best enjoyed immediately, but you can store the leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat leftover tacos in the pan before serving!
Smash Burger Tacos Recipe FAQs
What types of tortillas should be used for Big Mac smash tacos?
Small flour tortillas are the best choice for Big Mac tacos because they’re flexible and can hold up well to the burger patties and toppings.
Can I make these smash Big Mac tacos gluten-free?
Yes! For gluten-free Big Mac smash burgers, swap soft flour tortillas with cassava tortillas. Corn tortillas are another option, but the flavors and textures might not be as satisfying, especially for Big Mac-inspired tacos.
How do you tell if the beef is cooked all the way through?
You can fold up the edge of the tortilla to see if the beef is no longer pink.
How do you keep smashed Big Mac tacos warm for a party?
Cooking a big batch? Place the finished tortilla Big Macs on a wire rack and keep them in the oven set to 240°F!
What to serve with Big Mac tacos?
Like the crowd-favorite fast food burger, you can’t go wrong with pasta and fries as your sides for these Big Mac smashed tacos. But to make your meal extra special, try crispy accordion potatoes and this viral TikTok mac and cheese recipe.
More Delicious Copycat Recipes
- McDonald’s Grimace Milkshake
- McDonald’s Yogurt Parfait
- Jollibee Peach Mango Pie
- Sweetgreen Harvest Bowl
- Carrabbas Bread Dip
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Big Mac Tacos
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 pcs mini tortillas
- 1 cup ground beef
- 4 cheese slices
- 2 tbsp pickled cucumbers, sliced
- Iceberg lettuce, chopped (optional topping)
- 2 tbsp liquid from pickled cucumbers
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp yellow mustard
- 1 tsp white vinegar
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp sugar
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Gather the ingredients for your Big Mac tacos. Lightly grease a frying pan, then preheat over medium-high heat.
- To make the sauce, combine the mayo, pickle juice, mustard, vinegar, paprika, onion powder, salt, garlic powder, and sugar in a small bowl and set aside.
- Spread the ground beef thinly over the tortilla, then place them onto the smoking hot pan, beef side down. Press the Big Mac tortilla down so the meat constantly touches the pan, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the beef turns brown.
- Lower the heat, then flip the tortilla to toast it. Place a slice of cheese over the meat and cover the frying pan for 2 minutes to let the cheese melt.
- Remove the pan from heat and repeat with the remaining ingredients. Add pickles and lettuce on top.
- Top with the burger sauce, and you’re done!
Notes
- For a golden brown, juicy beef patty that won’t slide off the tortilla, use a thin layer of ground meat and make sure your pan is hot. You can also use the bottom of another pan to really flatten the beef into the pan as you cook it.
- Use easy-melting cheese slices, such as American, cheddar, mozzarella, or provolone, so the tortilla doesn’t toast faster than the cheese melts.
- Big Mac tacos are best enjoyed immediately, but you can store the leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat leftover tacos in the pan before serving!
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We’ve made these multiple times and every time the whole family loves them! Very easy to make!