Find out how to transform one of the most popular fast-food burgers into a one-of-a-kind taco.
For as long as I can remember, I’ve been a huge fan of tacos. That means I’ve experimented with every different type of taco I could think up, and believe me, there are a lot of varieties! However, until I saw this recipe, it had never occurred to me to turn a famous fast-food burger like the Big Mac into a taco. It was one of the craziest culinary twists of my life! I’m glad I discovered this recipe and can now share it with others, because I’ve never had a taco—or a burger, for that matter—quite like a Big Mac taco.
Obviously, all of the ingredients of a typical Big Mac are in this taco. There’s the beef, cheese, pickles, onions, and even homemade Big Mac sauce. Beyond that, the way you prepare the Big Mac taco is different—in a good way—from any other type of taco I’ve ever had. The tortilla becomes an integral part of the cooking process, rather than being cooked separately from the beef and other ingredients. This helps ensure that all the different elements of a Big Mac come together to create a truly unique experience.
Are Big Mac Tacos Healthy?
Similar to a real Big Mac, you’re probably not eating these tacos as part of a restrictive diet. However, they do contain protein from the ground beef, fiber from the lettuce, and vitamins and minerals from the onions and pickles. The beef, cheese, and special sauce add saturated fat, calories, and sodium. That said, you can use a leaner meat, such as ground turkey, or a low-fat mayonnaise, or even try to include more vegetables to help improve the nutritional value.
Keep Everything Thin And Even
Press raw ground beef gently into the tortillas to form a uniform and even layer, then add the tortilla to the pan beef-side down. This will help cook the beef quickly and efficiently before flipping the tortilla. Once you flip it, top it with cheese immediately. You are free to use any type of cheese you prefer; cheddar can work just as well as American cheese, although I’ve found that Colby Jack melts more quickly, which helps you finish cooking sooner.
How do I store leftovers?
Leftovers of any cooked beef, tortillas, and cheese can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. However, to keep things crisp and fresh, add lettuce, onion, and pickles only after reheating.
Serving Suggestions
While it usually doesn’t make sense to have fries with tacos, since these are Big Mac tacos, it might be appropriate to make Homemade French Fries. In fact, you may want to replicate the recipe for McDonald’s French Fries, or opt for Air-Fryer Sweet Potato Fries instead. Of course, for a more traditional taco side dish, you may enjoy Rice Cooker Mexican Rice or Corn Salad.
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
- 2 teaspoons ketchup
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 8 small flour tortillas
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 slices American cheese
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/2 medium onion diced
- 1/2 cup sliced dill pickles
Instructions
- Mix mayonnaise, sweet pickle relish, yellow mustard, ketchup, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder until well combined. Adjust seasonings as needed. Set aside.
- Divide the ground beef into eight equal portions and place each portion on a tortilla, leaving a border around the edge.
- Season the beef with salt and pepper.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high. Place tortillas meat-side down and cook for 2–4 minutes until browned.
- Flip the tortilla. Place American cheese on the cooked beef and cook for 1–2 minutes until melted and lightly toasted.
- Repeat the cooking process with the remaining tortillas and beef.
- Top each taco with shredded lettuce, diced onions, sliced dill pickles, and a spoonful of the Big Mac sauce.
Nutrition Info:
Nutrition information are estimates only and may vary based on the specific brands, ingredients, and portion sizes you use. This data is provided for informational purposes only.
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