Big Mac Smash Tacos (Print Version)
Juicy beef, cheese, and pickles stacked on tortillas, topped with a creamy special sauce. Fast, crispy, and satisfying.
# Ingredients:
→ Beef & Tortillas
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500 g 80% lean ground beef, divided into 8 portions of 60 g each
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8 small flour tortillas
→ Seasoning & Cheese
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1 teaspoon kosher salt
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0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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8 slices American cheese or cheddar cheese
→ Toppings
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120 ml homemade 'Big Mac' sauce (blend 3 tablespoons mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon ketchup, 1 tablespoon sweet relish, and a dash of vinegar)
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1 cup (about 60 g) shredded iceberg lettuce
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Dill pickle chips, as needed
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Diced onion, as needed
# Steps to Follow:
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Heat a cast-iron griddle or large skillet over medium-high until thoroughly hot.
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Place a tortilla on the griddle, top with one portion of beef, and firmly smash the meat into a thin, even layer using a stiff spatula. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
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Cook for 2 minutes until the beef develops a crust. Flip so the beef faces up and the tortilla is in contact with the pan.
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Immediately lay a slice of cheese atop the hot beef. Cook for 1 minute to melt the cheese and warm the tortilla. Repeat with remaining portions.
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Fold each taco and fill with shredded lettuce, diced pickles, chopped onion, and a drizzle of special sauce. Serve immediately while hot and crisp.
# Additional Notes:
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For a gluten-free option, substitute corn tortillas, though they are more delicate and may tear.
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Store-bought burger sauce can be used in place of the homemade sauce.