Are BIG MAC Smash Tacos Worth Making? 🍔 🌮

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Small Flour Tortillas (10‑inch, soft, preferably low‑fat)
• 1 lb Ground Beef (85/15 lean‑to‑fat ratio; can use 80/20 for juicier patties)
• 1/4 cup Mayonnaise (Full‑fat for authentic richness)
• 2 tbsp Creamy French Dressing (Adds tangy sweetness; use the pink, creamy variety)
• 1 tbsp Sweet Pickle Relish (Traditional Big Mac relish)
• 1 tsp Granulated Sugar (Balances acidity)
• 1 tbsp Dehydrated Minced Onion (Rehydrated with a splash of water; gives the signature McDonald's onion flavor)
• 1 tsp White Vinegar (Adds brightness to the sauce)
• 2 tbsp Ketchup (Standard tomato ketchup)
• 4 slices American Cheese Slices (Mild, meltable; can use cheddar for a sharper taste)
• 1/2 cup Shredded Iceberg Lettuce (Crisp texture)
• 4 slices Pickle Slices (Optional; adds tangy crunch)
• 1/2 tsp Salt (Season the beef)
• 1/4 tsp Black Pepper (Season the beef)
• a pinch MSG (Monosodium Glutamate) (Enhances umami; optional)

Instructions

1. Rehydrate Dried Onions

   Place the dehydrated minced onion in a small bowl, add 2 tbsp of water, stir, and let sit for 3‑4 minutes until softened.

   Time: PT5M

2. Make Big Mac Sauce

   In a mixing bowl combine mayonnaise, French dressing, sweet pickle relish, sugar, rehydrated onion, white vinegar, and ketchup. Stir until smooth. Taste and adjust salt if needed.

   Time: PT5M

3. Prepare Beef Patties

   Divide the 1 lb ground beef into 4 equal portions (about ¼ cup each). Form each portion into a thin, flat patty, about the size of the tortilla. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and a pinch of MSG.

   Time: PT3M

4. Cook Beef Patties (Smash Style)

   Heat the skillet over medium‑high heat until a drop of water sizzles. Place a patty in the pan, let it sit 30 seconds, then press firmly with the metal spatula to create a thin, caramelized surface. Cook 1‑2 minutes, flip, and cook another 1‑2 minutes until browned but still juicy.

   Time: PT7M

5. Warm Tortillas

   While the last patty cooks, warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet for 15‑20 seconds per side, or microwave for 10 seconds covered with a damp paper towel.

   Time: PT2M

6. Melt Cheese

   Place a slice of American cheese on each hot patty in the pan for the last 30 seconds, or transfer the patty to a microwave‑safe plate, top with cheese, and microwave 5 seconds.

   Time: PT1M

7. Assemble Tacos

   Lay a warmed tortilla on a plate, spread 1‑2 tbsp of Big Mac sauce, place the cheesy beef patty, add shredded lettuce, a slice of pickle (if using), and a drizzle of extra sauce if desired. Fold the tortilla in half like a taco.

   Time: PT5M

8. Serve and Enjoy

   Plate the four assembled Big Mac smash tacos and enjoy while hot. Pair with fries or a side salad if desired.

   Time: PT0M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

350

Protein

15 g

Carbohydrates

30 g

Fat

20 g

Fiber

2 g