Big Mac burritos
Big Mac burritos is a medium American recipe that serves 8. 750 calories per serving. Recipe by Cookingforgains on YouTube.
Prep: 17 min | Cook: 16 min | Total: 43 min
Cost: $17.72 total, $2.22 per serving
Ingredients
- 3 lb Ground Beef (90% lean, high protein)
- 5 g Onion Powder (for beef seasoning)
- 5 g Garlic Powder (for beef seasoning)
- 9 g Black Pepper (freshly ground)
- 5 g Onion Powder (for sauce)
- 6 g Garlic Powder (for sauce)
- 20 g Mustard (yellow mustard)
- 45 g Ketchup (regular ketchup)
- 240 g Light Mayonnaise (reduced‑fat mayo)
- 39 mL Pickle Juice (from dill pickle jar)
- 1 medium Onion (diced)
- 250 g Lettuce (shredded, iceberg or romaine)
- 8 slices Cheese (American or cheddar, sliced)
- 8 pieces Large Flour Tortillas (10‑inch size)
Instructions
Season and Cook the Beef
Break up the ground beef in the skillet, sprinkle with 5 g onion powder, 5 g garlic powder and 9 g black pepper, and cook over medium‑high heat, stirring occasionally, until fully browned and the internal temperature reaches 71°C (160°F). Drain any excess fat.
Time: PT12M
Temperature: Medium-high heat
Prepare the Tangy Sauce
In a mixing bowl combine 9 g black pepper, 6 g garlic powder, 5 g onion powder, 20 g mustard, 45 g ketchup, 240 g light mayo and 39 mL pickle juice. Stir until smooth and fully emulsified.
Time: PT5M
Dice Onion and Shred Lettuce
Dice the medium onion into small pieces and shred the lettuce. Set both aside in separate bowls.
Time: PT5M
Assemble the Burritos
Lay a tortilla flat, spread a generous spoonful of sauce, add a portion of cooked beef, a pinch of diced onion, shredded lettuce, and a slice of cheese. Fold the sides in and roll tightly, sealing the seam with a light press.
Time: PT5M
Toast the Burritos
Heat a clean skillet or panini press over medium heat. Place each burrito seam‑side down, press gently, and toast for about 2‑3 minutes per side until golden and the cheese melts.
Time: PT6M
Temperature: Medium
Serve
Cut the toasted burritos in half if desired and serve immediately. Enjoy while hot!
Time: PT1M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 750
- Protein
- 36g
- Carbohydrates
- 33g
- Fat
- 33g
- Fiber
- 1g
Dietary info: High Protein, Contains Gluten, Contains Dairy, Contains Mustard
Allergens: Dairy, Gluten, Mustard
Last updated: April 17, 2026








