Description
Experience a delightful fusion of flavors with these Big Mac Smash Burger Tacos! Crispy tortillas are filled with juicy smash patties, creamy special sauce, and classic Big Mac toppings for an unforgettable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 150g Ground Beef (80% Lean): For flavorful, juicy patties.
- 15ml Vegetable Oil: For searing the patties.
- 30g Shredded Iceberg Lettuce: Adds a refreshing crunch.
- 20g Diced White Onion: Provides a sharp bite.
- 30g Sweet Pickle Relish: For a sweet and tangy element.
- 10g Dill Pickle Slices, Halved: Adds a briny punch.
- 15g Sesame Seeds: For nutty flavor and visual appeal.
- 30g American Cheese Slice, Torn: Classic Big Mac cheese.
- 30ml Mayonnaise: Creamy base for the special sauce.
- 15ml Ketchup: Adds sweetness and tang.
- 5ml Yellow Mustard: Contributes a subtle tang.
- 2g Onion Powder: Enhances savory flavor.
- 2g Garlic Powder: Adds pungent aroma.
- 1g White Sugar: Balances acidity.
- 1g Salt: Essential seasoning.
- 2 Large Corn Tortillas (≈8cm diameter): The taco vessel.
- 10ml Vegetable Shortening: To crisp up the tortillas.
- Fresh Cilantro Leaf: Vibrant garnish.
- 5ml Lime Juice (Optional): Brightens the flavors.
Instructions
- Prepare Special Sauce: Combine mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, relish, onion powder, garlic powder, sugar, and salt; refrigerate for 10 minutes.
- Heat Skillet: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat; add vegetable oil.
- Smash Patties: Divide beef, form into balls, smash to 1cm thickness; season with salt.
- Sear & Melt: Sear patties for 45 seconds, flip, add cheese, cook 30 seconds.
- Rest Patties: Let patties rest for 2 minutes.
- Crisp Tortillas: Brush tortillas with shortening; cook 30 seconds per side.
- Assemble Taco: Spread sauce on tortilla, add patty, lettuce, onion, and pickles.
- Finish & Serve: Drizzle with sauce, sprinkle with sesame seeds, garnish with cilantro.
Notes
For best results, use 80% lean ground beef and a hot skillet to achieve a crispy sear on the patties. Resting the patties allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more tender burger.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Smash Burger
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 650 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 40 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg