Smash Burger Tacos
Crispy-edged, cheesy smash patties served taco-style with Big Mac sauce, pickles, lettuce, and soft tortillas. A viral burger-meets-taco mashup that’s packed with flavor!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish Handheld
- Method: Skillet Griddle
- Cuisine: American Fusion
Ingredients
For the Smashburger Tacos:
1 lb ground beef (80/20 for juiciness)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
4 slices American cheese
4 medium flour tortillas
½ cup shredded iceberg lettuce
¼ cup finely diced white onion
Dill pickle slices
Optional: sesame seeds (for garnish)
For the Big Mac Sauce:
1 cup mayo
¼ cup sweet pickle relish
2 tbsp yellow mustard
1 tsp white vinegar
1¼ tsp paprika
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp garlic powder
⅛ tsp white pepper (optional)
Instructions
1. Make the Big Mac Sauce
In a medium bowl, whisk together mayo, relish, mustard, vinegar, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, and white pepper.
Refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to let flavors develop.
2. Toast the Tortillas
Heat a dry skillet over medium heat.
Toast each flour tortilla for 1–2 minutes per side until lightly charred and puffy in spots.
Set aside and keep warm.
3. Smash the Burgers
Divide ground beef into 4 equal 4-oz balls.
Heat a cast iron skillet or griddle over medium-high heat until very hot.
Place a beef ball on the hot surface and smash it flat (¼ inch thick) using a spatula with parchment paper between for easy release.
Season with salt and pepper.
Cook for 2 minutes, flip, top with American cheese, and cook for another 1–2 minutes until crispy and cheese melts.
4. Assemble the Smash Burger Tacos
Spread Big Mac sauce over each tortilla.
Add lettuce, diced onion, and pickles.
Place the cheesy smashburger on top.
Fold and serve taco-style or wrap like a sandwich.
5. Serve
Serve warm with extra sauce for dipping. Optional: sprinkle sesame seeds over the tortilla for burger bun vibes!
Notes
For crispier tortillas, brush lightly with oil before toasting.
Swap American cheese for cheddar or pepper jack for a twist.
These are great for parties—let guests assemble their own!
The sauce also works as a dipping sauce for fries.
Find it online: https://elladishes.com/smash-burger-tacos/
