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These Big Mac Tacos are my spin on the viral smash burger tacos, bringing together ground beef, lettuce, pickles, American cheese, and a creamy Big Mac-style sauce for the ultimate fast-food copycat you can make at home in just 10 minutes!
Why You'll Love This Big Mac Tacos Recipe
Ever since smash burger tacos went viral, my family has been hooked. These gluten-free Big Mac Tacos capture everything we love about a McDonald's Big Mac – the crispy beef, melty cheese, crunchy lettuce, tangy pickles, and of course, the special burger sauce recipe – but in taco form. Compared to traditional minced beef tacos, these bring a fun, fast-food inspired twist that reminds me so much of my Big Mac casserole – I know you'll love it too.
These tacos are quick, fun to make, and come together in under 10 minutes, making them the perfect weeknight tacos and family-friendly dinner. My kids literally fight over the last taco every time I make these – that's how good they are! I also love that these can be gluten-free tacos with the right tortillas, so everyone can enjoy them.
Whether you're cooking for a busy family dinner, game day, or just craving those signature Big Mac flavors in a new way, these tacos are guaranteed to be a hit. If you love this recipe, be sure to check out my beef dinner recipes for more easy, 30-minute meals.
Ingredients You'll Need
Here's what goes into these Big Mac smash tacos:
- Ground beef: I like 90/10 for less grease, but ground turkey works, too. My shredded taco beef is another great option for taco night.
- Gluten-free tortillas: Mission and Siete both make great soft tortillas that hold up well.
- American cheese slices: For that authentic Big Mac flavor. A dairy-free option works if needed.
- White onion, pickles, and shredded lettuce: Classic Big Mac taco toppings that give crunch and tang.
- Garlic powder, salt, and pepper: Simple seasoning to boost the flavor of the beef.
- Big Mac sauce: My lightened-up copycat Big Mac sauce recipe is made with Greek yogurt, mustard, ketchup, relish, coconut aminos, paprika, and salt. It's creamy, tangy, and ties everything together.
How To Make Big Mac Tacos
These gluten-free Big Mac tacos couldn't be easier:
Step 1: In a small bowl, combine your Big Mac sauce ingredients – Greek yogurt (or mayo), ketchup, mustard, relish, coconut aminos, paprika, and salt.
Step 2: Mix well to combine. Chill until ready to serve.
Step 3: Divide the beef into 6 portions, roll into balls, and press each ball onto the center of a tortilla.
Step 4: Rather than smashing the tortillas and meat down onto the pan using a burger press, I’ve found that this method works better: Spread the raw meat out in a thin layer on the tortilla and sprinkle it with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. This forms better and more evenly-cooked burger patties.
Step 5: Heat a cast iron skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Place the tortilla meat-side down on the hot griddle or pan, and cook for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
Step 6: Spray with avocado oil, and then flip it.
Step 7: Add a slice of American cheese on top of the beef.
Step 8: Cook 1-2 more minutes until the cheese is melty. Top each taco with lettuce, onion, pickles, and a drizzle of Big Mac sauce. Sesame seeds are also a great addition if you have them. Fold and enjoy!
Tips & Tricks
- Use lean beef: I use 90/10 beef – it’s flavorful without extra grease.
- Choose the right skillet: A cast-iron skillet or griddle gives you that crispy smash taco sear.
- Don't overcook: Gluten-free tortillas can get too crispy and may not fold if left too long. I learned the hard way that if you cook these too long, gluten-free tortillas can crack instead of folding. Trust me, keep the heat high but the time short!
- Storage: Store leftover tacos (without toppings) in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave for 30-60 seconds, then top and serve.
- Make it vegan: If you need a dairy-free option, swap the Greek yogurt for mayo and use vegan cheese slices.
What To Serve with Big Mac Smash Burger Tacos
These would be delicious served with
- Air Fryer Potato Wedges
- Instant Pot Coconut Rice
- Honey Lime Poppyseed Fruit Salad
Recipe FAQs
Yes! Use dairy-free cheese slices and swap the Greek yogurt in the Big Mac sauce for mayo.
I love Mission's gluten-free tortillas and Siete's cassava tortillas. Look for soft, 8-inch tortillas so the beef patty spreads evenly.
You can prep the sauce and toppings ahead of time. Cooked tacos are best fresh, but you can reheat the meat-and-tortilla base before adding toppings.
My copycat Big Mac sauce combines Greek yogurt or mayo with ketchup, mustard, relish, coconut aminos, paprika, and salt. It's a lightened-up version that still has all the creamy, tangy flavor you love.
More Taco-Inspired Dinners You'll Love
Easy Big Mac Tacos (Smash Burger Tacos)
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Equipment
- cast iron skillet or griddle
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef, I like to use 90/10 for less grease in the pan
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 6 gluten free tortillas, Mission or Siete brands both work well. Mine were about 8 inches wide.
- 6 slices American cheese
- ¼ cup white onion, finely diced
- salt & pepper
- Pickles, for topping, optional
- Shredded lettuce, for topping, optional
- avocado oil spray
- Big Mac Sauce
Instructions
- Combine your smash burger sauce ingredients in a bowl and set aside in the fridge until ready to serve.
- Divide the 1 lb of beef into 6 equal portions and roll them each into a ball. Place the ball into the middle of a tortilla and press down to spread it out into a thin layer to cover as much of the surface of the tortilla as possible. Sprinkle the beef with salt, pepper, and some of the garlic powder.
- Heat a cast iron skillet or griddle over medium high heat. Place the tortilla meat-side down and cook for 2-3 mins until browned.
- Spray the tortilla with more oil, then flip and add a slice of cheese on top of the meat, and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Serve topped with diced onion, shredded lettuce, pickles, and a drizzle of the big mac sauce. Enjoy!
Notes
- *Nutrition info does not include smash burger sauce!*
- Use lean beef or turkey: 90/10 beef keeps things flavorful without extra grease.
- Choose the right skillet: A cast-iron skillet or griddle gives you that crispy smash taco sear.
- Don't overcook: Gluten-free tortillas can get too crispy and may not fold if left too long. I learned the hard way that if you cook these too long, gluten-free tortillas can crack instead of folding. Trust me, keep the heat high but the time short!
- Storage: Store leftover tacos (without toppings) in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave for 30-60 seconds, then top and serve.
- Make it vegan: If you need a dairy-free option, swap the Greek yogurt for mayo and use vegan cheese slices.
Nutrition
All nutrition facts are an estimate and automatically calculated. While I fact check them using My Fitness Pal, please note that they may not always be 100% accurate and depend on ingredients used. Weigh your total and divide by the number of servings for the most accurate grams per serving size.
Interesting! Have you tried cooking them on a barbecue?
Yes we have a flat top grill and it works great!
We could not. Stop. Eating. This. Sooooo good!!
Soooo quick and easy and honestly tasted just like a big mac!! Will def make these again
This is sooo good. I normally don’t like burger sauce because I can taste the mayo. This is delicious. Can’t stop making them