Description
Discover the ultimate quick dinner with Smash Burger Big Mac Tacos, a creative mash‑up that delivers the iconic Double‑Stack flavor in a handheld taco form. This recipe uses seasoned ground beef smashed to a perfect crust, melted American cheese, crisp lettuce, tangy pickles, and a homemade Big Mac‑style sauce made from mayo, ketchup, mustard, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, and onion powder. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s perfect for families, game nights, or craving for comfort at home!!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded American cheese
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/2 cup pickles, sliced
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp mustard
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to make the Big‑Mac‑style sauce. Set aside.
- Divide the ground beef into four equal portions (about ¼ lb each) and gently form each portion into a loose ball.
- Preheat a cast‑iron skillet over medium‑high heat until very hot.
- Place one beef ball in the skillet and immediately smash with a sturdy spatula to about ¼‑inch thickness; hold pressure for 10 seconds.
- Cook the first side undisturbed for 3‑4 minutes until a crispy, browned crust forms.
- Flip the patty, sprinkle a generous handful of shredded American cheese, and cook another 2‑3 minutes until the cheese melts and the second side is done.
- While the patties finish, warm the flour tortillas in a separate dry skillet for about 30 seconds per side, or microwave them for 15 seconds covered with a damp paper towel.
- Assemble each taco: lay a warm tortilla on a plate, place a cheesy beef patty on top, add shredded lettuce, sliced pickles, and drizzle with the prepared sauce. Fold or roll the tortilla.
- Serve the tacos immediately while hot.
Notes
- For extra crispness
- toast the tortillas briefly in the skillet before assembling. Nutrition is approximate.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Quick Dinners
- Method: Pan‑fry
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
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