Big Mac Tacos (Big Mac Smash Tacos)

These Big Mac tacos are everything you love in a Big Mac in taco form! Super easy to make, and even the sweet-tangy Big Mac sauce only needs simple ingredients.

What happens if we combine a Big Mac and a taco? Four words: Big Mac smash tacos!

That’s right; you can swap the buns with tortillas and experience the savory flavors of a Big Mac in taco form. 

This super easy recipe will also teach you how to make Big Mac’s irresistibly sweet and tangy sauce at home. You won’t believe how easy it is to recreate with common pantry ingredients!

So what are you waiting for? Try these Big Mac tacos now and see why people are going loco over them! ?

What Are Big Mac Tacos?

Big Mac tacos or Big Mac smash tacos are essentially the marriage between two crowd-pleasers: a taco and a smash burger.

Imagine a juicy, caramelized beef patty on crisp but soft tortillas with melty cheese, refreshing lettuce, and crunchy, tangy pickles. And the dressing to dress them up?

The sweet and tangy Big Mac sauce by Mcdonald’s!

When I first saw this recipe, I knew I had to try them ASAP because I love tortillas and burgers. Combining the two is too irresistible not to check the recipe out.

And guess what? Making these Big Mac tacos is super, and dare I say, ridiculously easy!

You’ll spread the ground beef onto the taco and smash it into a hot pan. Then, flip that bad boy up, top it with cheese, and cover the pan so it’s nice and melty.

This method is not only fun to do but also results in a juicy and slightly crispy caramelized beef patty. ?

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Still on the fence about making these Big Mac smash tacos? Here are the best reasons why you’ll fall in love with these burger tacos:

• Ridiculously Easy: These Big Mac smash tacos are super easy to make, and they cook up faster than regular burgers since the patties are thin. If you’re hungry and want something fast and satisfying, these burger tacos are truly a happy meal!
• Unique Meal: You have never seen burgers presented this way, and the change of look also creates an amazing experience starting on the first bite. My recommendation? Fold the taco between your fingers, and prepare for the perfect bite!
• Delicious and Customizable: These Big Mac tacos are already delicious with just cheese, lettuce, pickles, and our copycat Big Mac sauce. However, you can always customize the recipe with your favorite burger toppings for a flavor experience unique to you.

What Do Big Mac Smash Tacos Taste Like?

These Big Mac tacos taste meaty and savory, with a refreshing crunch from the chopped crunchy lettuce and pickle slices, delectable melty cheese, and the super addictive sweet and tangy Big Mac sauce.

Still, one of the reasons why I know you’ll love our Big Mac smash tacos is the way the burgers are cooked and presented.

The ground beef is spread thinly onto the tortilla and then cooked face down until it forms a golden brown crust.

The wide surface area and smashing the meat onto the hot pan caramelize the layer of ground beef perfectly, so it’s juicy with some areas that are nice and crispy. 

We also kept the burger tacos simple with a few toppings, but I think that’s the best move so you can appreciate each component.

And finally, let’s put our amazing copycat recipe for Big Mac sauce in the spotlight. Did you know it’s not tomato-based?

The unmistakable signature Mcdonald’s dressing only comes from sugar, white vinegar, mayonnaise, yellow mustard, paprika, and a mix of seasonings!

Are Big Mac Tacos Healthy?

Time to face the harsh truth and accept that any burger recipe is not exactly a plethora of health benefits. These Big Mac smash tacos are no different because the components are only meat, lettuce, pickles, and cheese.

But of course, if we pick them one by one, you’ll still get protein from the ground beef, vitamin A from lettuce and pickles, and since American cheese is a dairy product, it’s a source of calcium.

If you want a more wholesome meal, I suggest enjoying your Big Mac tacos with more fresh vegetables and fruits.

You can try our yummy but healthy salad recipes, like Nigerian salad or Hot Girl Summer salad (this viral recipe is even said to aid with weight loss!)

What Are The Benefits Of Big Mac Smash Tacos?

I think the main benefit of these Big Mac tacos is the fact that they’re super delicious for something so easy to whip up.

You can enjoy the flavors of a Big Mac at home but without any intricate preparations like making the patties.

Just spread a portion of ground beef onto the tortillas and top with Big Mac’s sauce made from ingredients you likely already have in the kitchen!

These Big Mac smash tacos are also perfect for gatherings, and they will surely get attention from your guests because of their unique look.

If you love burgers and tacos, there’s no reason why you shouldn’t try making this delicious recipe at home.

Ingredients For Big Mac Tacos

• Mini tortillas – I recommend using small flour tortillas for the perfect size and taste on your Big Mac smash tacos. Though if unavailable, corn tortillas will be as enjoyable.
• Ground beef – The best ground meat for a juicy beef patty is 80/20, so it will be meaty but still juicy when smashed onto the pan.
• Cheese slices – Any of your favorite cheese will do, but pick something that melts pretty quickly. I chose American cheese singles for this reason.
• Pickled cucumbers – Of course, what burger doesn’t have pickles??? 
• Iceberg lettuce – This is another optional ingredient, but the freshness from crisp lettuce is a must-have to cut through the savory flavors.
• Pickled cucumber juice – Save a few tablespoons of your pickled cucumber juice for the special sauce.
• Mayonnaise – You can use any of your favorite mayo, as this will be the base of our burger sauce.
• Yellow mustard – The perfect zing for this marriage between tacos and burgers!
• White vinegar – Besides the pickled cucumber juice, vinegar is responsible for the sour flavor of our Big Mac sauce.
• Paprika – Paprika adds the right amount of heat to our Big Mac sauce. You can always add more!
• Onion powder – Gives the tangy-sweet sauce some savory notes.
• Salt – To balance the flavors of the Big Mac sauce.
• Garlic powder – Adding garlic powder creates the perfect flavor profile for a copycat Big Mac sauce. You can also experiment with other spices you might want to come through on your burger sauce.
• Sugar – To sweeten our sauce for the smash tacos.

Tools Needed To Prepare Big Mac Smash Tacos

• Bowl for mixing the sauce ingredients
• Knife for slicing the burger components
• Spatula for flipping the Big Mac tacos

Ingredient Additions & Substitutions For Big Mac Tacos

Onions

A yummy addition you can consider for your Big Mac tacos is diced white onions! You can also prepare them however you like, such as caramelizing them in balsamic vinegar, sugar, and soy sauce. ?

Jalapeno

If you’re like me, who likes her burgers with a kick, I’m sure you’ll love these fun tacos with jalapenos! These hot peppers are also tasty with extra melted cheese.

Avocado

Make these taco burgers even better with fresh avocado slices. They add a rich and creamy taste to the savory Big Mac tacos. The perfect weeknight meal after a busy day!

How to Make Big Mac Tacos

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
• ¼ cup mayonnaise
• 1 tbsp yellow mustard
• 1 tsp white vinegar
• ½ tsp paprika
• ½ tsp onion powder
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp sugar

Tools you need:

• Bowl
• Knife
• Spatula 

Instructions:

STEP 1: Prepare the ingredients for your Big Mac tacos.

STEP 2: To make a sauce similar to Big Mac, combine mayonnaise, pickle juice, mustard, vinegar, paprika, onion powder, salt, garlic powder, and sugar in a small bowl, and set aside. 

STEP 3: Spread the ground beef over the tortilla, then place them onto the frying pan with the meat side down. Smash the taco down so the meat constantly touches the pan, and cook until the beef turns brown.

STEP 4: Lower the heat and flip the tortilla to crisp it up. Next, place a slice of cheese over the meat and cover the frying pan for 2 minutes or until the cheese is melty. 

STEP 5: Remove the pan from the heat. Top with pickled cucumber slices and chopped lettuce leaves. 

STEP 6: Drizzle the Big Mac smash tacos with your sauce and serve!

What To Serve With Big Mac Smash Tacos

Serve these Big Mac smash tacos with any classic burger pairing like fries and mac and cheese.

But to make your meal extra special, I suggest trying recipes that take your potatoes and mac and cheese to the next level.

Instead of boring shoestring fries, prepare your potatoes in the shape of an accordion! These crispy accordion potatoes are perfectly crisp and worthy of being in your IG feed.

Then, make mac and cheese even easier by skipping the need to boil the pasta! Our viral TikTok mac and cheese recipe is a dream for my fellow lazy cooks out there.

Tips About Making Big Mac Tacos

These Big Mac smash tacos are already easy and delicious. But if you want to take them to the next level, you might like these tips:

• Spread the ground beef onto the tortilla thinly so that when the taco is smashed onto the pan while cooking, you’ll get a beautiful golden brown crust. You can also season with salt and pepper before cooking.
• The best tortillas for Big Mac tacos are mini flour tortillas. I also suggest using 80/20 for your ground beef, so the smash burgers are juicy but not overly fatty.
• If making these burger tacos for an event, you can keep them warm in the oven at 240°F on a cooling rack.

How To Store Big Mac Smash Tacos

Big Mac tacos are best enjoyed immediately, so I don’t recommend storing them, or you’ll end up with a soggy mess (remember, the tortillas are thin!) Instead, you can follow these tips for storing the copycat Big Mac sauce. 

• Fridge: You can make the Big Mac dressing in advance since you can store it in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Reheating: If you just want to heat up your Big Mac smash tacos before serving, microwave them quickly until heated.

What Kind Of Tortillas For Big Mac Tacos?

The best tortillas for these Big Mac tacos are small or street size flour tortillas (they should be small, so they’ll be easier to cook flat on the pan.) You can use corn tortillas, but store-bought flour tortillas are better for achieving the flavors of a Big Mac in taco form.

Who Invented Big Mac Smash Tacos?

So who was responsible for this genius mashup?

I couldn’t find the person who did the first Big Mac smash tacos as it went viral, and many content creators made the recipe. However, I found a video with over 500,000 likes, and it was made by TikTok user @foodwithgeorge.

FAQ About Big Mac Tacos

Conclusion

If you’re not enjoying a burger this way, you’re missing out!

These Big Mac tacos went viral because they’re ridiculously easy and absolutely addictive!

Imagine perfectly cooked beef with a caramelized, golden brown crust on tortillas. Then, you’ll get the classic burger toppings like pickles, lettuce, and cheese.

And the perfect finishing touch? A copycat sweet and tangy dressing of Mcdonald’s Big Mac!

Give in and take a piece of these Big Mac smash tacos. Fold it between your fingers and get ready for the perfect bite.

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