Easy Big Mac Tacos (Smash Burger Tacos)
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!
Servings: 6 tacos
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!
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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
Serving: 1taco | Calories: 364kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 75mg | Sodium: 592mg | Potassium: 248mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 199IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 235mg | Iron: 2mg