Big Mac Tacos

Name: Big Mac Tacos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 tacos, 2–4 servings
Cuisine: Turkish
Ingredients: 400 g ground beef with approximately 15–20% fat; 4 small flour tortillas; 4 slices cheddar cheese; 1 cup finely shredded iceberg lettuce; 4 small dill pickles; ¼ small red onion; 1 teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon ground black pepper; ½ teaspoon garlic powder; 4 tablespoons mayonnaise; 1 tablespoon ketchup; 1 tablespoon yellow mustard; 2 tablespoons finely chopped dill pickles; 1 tablespoon finely chopped red onion; 1 teaspoon pickle juice; ¼ teaspoon garlic powder; ¼ teaspoon paprika

Big Mac Tacos combine the flavour of a classic smash burger with the crisp texture and convenience of a tortilla. Seasoned ground beef is pressed directly onto each tortilla and cooked in a hot pan, then topped with melted cheddar, shredded lettuce, pickles and homemade Big Mac sauce. Ready in approximately 30 minutes, these viral smash burger tacos are perfect for quick dinners and sharing.

Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes
Total time: 30 minutes
Yield: 4 tacos, 2–4 servings

Ingredients

For the tacos:

For the Big Mac sauce:

Method

1. Season the Beef

Step 1

Place the ground beef in a large bowl. Add the salt, black pepper and garlic powder. Mix briefly until the seasoning is evenly distributed, taking care not to overwork the meat.

2. Divide the Beef

Step 2

Divide the seasoned beef into four equal portions. Shape each portion loosely into a ball.

3. Press the Beef onto the Tortillas

Step 3

Place one portion of beef in the centre of a tortilla. Use your fingertips to press it into a thin, even layer that reaches almost completely to the edges. Repeat with the remaining tortillas.

4. Make the Big Mac Sauce

Step 4

Combine the mayonnaise, ketchup and mustard in a small bowl. Add the chopped pickles, red onion, pickle juice, garlic powder and paprika. Stir until evenly combined.

5. Heat the Pan

Step 5

Preheat a large non-stick or cast-iron frying pan over medium-high heat. Additional oil should not be necessary when using ground beef with enough fat.

6. Cook the Beef Side

Step 6

Place one tortilla in the hot pan with the beef side facing down. Press it lightly with a wide spatula and cook for approximately 3–4 minutes, until the beef is browned and cooked through.

7. Flip the Taco

Step 7

Slide the spatula completely underneath the tortilla and flip it in one controlled movement. Cook the tortilla side for approximately 1 minute.

8. Melt the Cheese

Step 8

Place one slice of cheddar over the cooked beef. Cover the pan and reduce the heat. Cook for 1–2 minutes, or until the cheese has completely melted.

9. Cook the Remaining Tacos

Step 9

Transfer the cooked taco to a serving plate. Repeat the cooking process with the remaining beef-covered tortillas.

10. Add the Toppings

Step 10

Top the melted cheddar with shredded lettuce, sliced pickles and a small amount of finely chopped red onion.

11. Add the Sauce

Step 11

Drizzle the homemade Big Mac sauce over the toppings. Avoid adding too much sauce, as it may quickly soften the tortilla.

12. Fold and Serve

Step 12

Fold each tortilla in half to form a taco. Serve immediately while the beef and cheese are still hot.