Description
This Big Mac Smash Burger recipe transforms the classic favorite into a fun and portable mini taco-style meal using mini flour tortillas and smashed ground beef patties. Layered with melted American cheese, pickles, shredded iceberg lettuce, diced onions, and a tangy homemade Big Mac sauce, this dish captures all the iconic flavors in every bite. Perfect for parties, snack time, or an inventive dinner, these mini smash burgers pack a flavorful punch and are quick to prepare on the stovetop.
Ingredients
Scale
Big Mac Smash Burger
- 12 mini flour tortillas
- 1 pound ground beef (453 grams)
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 12 slices American cheese
- 1/2 white onion, finely diced
- 24 slices pickles
- Iceberg lettuce, shredded
Big Mac Sauce
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 3 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp sweet relish
- 1 tsp yellow mustard
- 1/2 tsp white vinegar
- 1/2 tsp sugar
- 1/4 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
Instructions
- Prepare the Big Mac Sauce: In a small bowl, thoroughly combine mayonnaise, ketchup, sweet relish, yellow mustard, white vinegar, sugar, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder until smooth and well blended. Set aside.
- Portion the Meat: Divide the ground beef into 12 equal portions, roughly one small handful each. Roll each portion into a ball to make shaping easier.
- Form the Smash Burgers: Place one mini flour tortilla on a flat surface. Put a beef ball on top of the tortilla and flatten it with your hands or a flat spatula until the meat covers the tortilla edge in a thin layer. Season the meat lightly with salt and pepper.
- Cook the Smashes: Heat a pan over medium-high heat and add about 1/2 teaspoon of vegetable oil. Place the tortilla with the meat side down onto the hot pan. Using the back of a spatula or a burger press, firmly press down on the meat to create the classic smashed burger effect. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the ground beef is well browned and has developed a crust.
- Flip and Add Cheese: Carefully flip the tortilla so the tortilla side is down. Quickly place a slice of American cheese on top of the cooked meat and let it melt for about one minute.
- Assemble the Tacos: Remove the cooked mini smash burgers from the heat. Top each with diced white onions, shredded iceberg lettuce, two pickle slices, and a generous spoonful of the prepared Big Mac sauce.
- Serve Warm: Serve the mini Big Mac smash tacos immediately while warm and enjoy the perfect blend of Big Mac flavors in a portable taco form.
Notes
- You can substitute mini flour tortillas with small sandwich buns if preferred.
- For a lower-fat version, use lean ground beef or ground turkey.
- The sauce can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 3 days for convenience.
- Adjust the seasoning on the beef according to your taste preferences.
- Use a non-stick skillet for easier cooking and cleanup.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Big Mac smash burger, mini smashed burgers, Big Mac sauce, mini tacos, American cheese burger, easy burger recipe, stovetop smash burger
