Description
Culinary creativity reaches new heights with Big Mac Smash Burger Tacos, blending classic American flavors into a Mexican-inspired handheld delight. Juicy beef patties, special sauce, and crisp toppings create an irresistible fusion that will satisfy cravings with each mouthwatering bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound (1 lb) ground beef
Seasonings:
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
Cheese and Dairy:
- 6 slices American cheese
Bread and Wrap:
- 6 six-inch flour tortillas (small/fajita size)
Fresh Vegetables:
- 1 cup lettuce, shredded
- ½ cup pickles, sliced
- ¼ cup white onion, diced
Sauce Ingredients:
- ½ cup ketchup
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sweet relish
- ⅛ cup white onion, finely diced
- 1 teaspoon white distilled vinegar
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon sweet paprika
Instructions
- Meticulously portion ground beef into six uniform patties, carefully distributing the meat evenly across individual flour tortillas and pressing gently to create a thin, consistent layer that completely covers the tortilla’s surface.
- Season the exposed beef surface generously with salt and freshly cracked black pepper, ensuring complete and uniform coverage.
- Activate a large skillet over medium heat, allowing the cooking surface to reach optimal temperature for achieving a perfect crisp and sear.
- Strategically place each tortilla meat-side down onto the heated skillet, applying firm pressure with a spatula to compress the beef patty from the center outward, creating a crisp, caramelized exterior.
- Allow the burger-tortilla hybrid to cook undisturbed for approximately four minutes, developing a rich golden-brown crust and intense flavor profile.
- Carefully flip each taco, revealing the perfectly seared meat side, and immediately crown with a single slice of melty cheese.
- Continue cooking for an additional two to three minutes, permitting the cheese to fully melt and the tortilla to transform into a crisp, golden shell.
- Craft the signature sauce by whisking together ketchup, mayonnaise, sweet relish, finely minced onion, a splash of vinegar, ground black pepper, and a hint of paprika until achieving a smooth, cohesive blend.
- Transfer the crispy tacos from skillet to serving plate, then lavishly garnish with crisp shredded lettuce, tangy pickle slices, and finely diced onions.
- Drizzle the meticulously prepared special sauce over the tacos, creating a final layer of flavor complexity.
- Serve immediately while piping hot, ready to delight adventurous taste buds with this innovative culinary creation.
Notes
- Choose high-fat ground beef with 80/20 ratio for maximum flavor and crispy edges.
- Use cast iron skillet for the best heat distribution and crispiest tortilla base.
- Pat ground beef gently to prevent tough, dense patties and maintain tender texture.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like American, cheddar, or pepper jack for unique flavor profiles.
- Prep ingredients beforehand to ensure smooth cooking process and hot, fresh
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg