Crispy, chewy tortillas filled with a beef mince 'patty' topped with melted cheddar cheese, shredded iceberg lettuce, onions, sesame seeds and homemade big mac sauce.
We know how much everyone loves a good fakeaway, and these Big Mac Tacos will be no exception. All the things you love about the iconic burger, in a toasted, crispy taco. This is another great recipe to use my Big Mac Style Sauce if you've previously used it to make burgers. Or to mix things up a little, be sure to give my Homemade McChicken Tacos a go!
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Ingredient notes:
- Tortillas: It's important to use small tortillas for this meal. Large ones just won't fold up as nicely and will be much harder to eat.
- Mince: I go for mince with a higher fat content when making burgers. The fat that comes out of the mince helps to caramelise the meat in the pan.
- Gherkins: These are such a key component! They make the sauce super flavoursome and are also a critical element of a traditional Big Mac.
Note: Scroll to the recipe card for the ingredients, quantities and the full method.
Step by step instructions:
In a small bowl, mix together all of the ingredients for the burger sauce, place in the fridge while you make the tacos. Divide the mince into 8 equal portions, then roll each one into a tight ball.
Place a ball of mince on each tortilla and use your hands to press it down firmly until it is thinly covered. Season well with salt and pepper. Heat a dash of oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Place the tortillas, meat-side down, in the pan 2 at a time.
Press down with a spatula and cook until the meat is browned. Flip over, then add a slice of cheese on top of the browned mince. Cook for another minute until the cheese starts to melt.
Repeat with the remaining tortillas and mince. Keep them warm in the oven while you make the rest. Top each taco with lettuce, gherkins, onion and sesame seeds. Drizzle with the burger sauce then serve immediately.
Recipe FAQs:
They absolutely can! Simply swap the regular tortillas for a gluten free version. Again, ensure you get small tortillas, not large ones. They just won't fold as well and will be harder to eat. As always, ensure you check the labels on your sauce bottles to make sure they meet your dietary needs.
Yes of course. Simply cook all the tortillas you need and keep them warm in the oven until you are ready to assemble.
Storage:
Big Mac Tacos are best eaten immediately after being cooked.
Top tips:
To make this recipe faster you can use pre-made burger sauce if you like!
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Big Mac Tacos
Takeaway style Big Mac Tacos made soft tortillas, beef mince, homemade big mac-style sauce, lettuce, cheese, onions and gherkins.
Ingredients
- 8 small tortillas
- 500g beef mince
- 2 tsp oil
- 8 cheese slices
- ¼ iceberg lettuce, sliced
- 4 gherkins, sliced
- ½ onion, finely chopped
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
Burger Sauce
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 2 small gherkins, finely grated
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- 1 Tbsp mustard
- 1 Tbsp BBQ sauce
- 1 Tbsp vinegar
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix together all of the ingredients for the burger sauce, place in the fridge while you make the tacos.
- Divide the mince into 8 equal portions, then roll each one into a tight ball.
- Place a ball of mince on each tortilla and use your hands to press it down firmly until it is thinly covered. Season well with salt and pepper.
- Heat a dash of oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Place the tortillas, meat-side down, in the pan 2 at a time. Press down with a spatula and cook until the meat is browned.
- Flip over then add a slice of cheese on top of the browned mince. Cook for another minute until the cheese starts to melt.
- Repeat with the remaining tortillas and mince. Keep them warm in the oven while you make the rest.
- To Assemble: Top each taco with lettuce, gherkins, onion and sesame seeds. Drizzle with the burger sauce then serve immediately.
Notes
- To make this recipe faster you can use pre-made burger sauce.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 1055Total Fat: 61gSaturated Fat: 22gTrans Fat: 2gUnsaturated Fat: 32gCholesterol: 172mgSodium: 1439mgCarbohydrates: 68gFiber: 4gSugar: 9gProtein: 56g
Nutritional values are approximate. Please use your own calculations if you require a special diet.
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Nia says
We had this for dinner the other night and it was delicious. Tastes just like a big mac!
Nina says
We’ve had Vanya’s meals all week. Another crowed favourite BigMac Tacos. I just love how simple and easy to follow all the recipes are. I have a big whānau of 7 plus 1 (son-in-law) most nights.
VJ cooks says
I love this so much. Really appreciate you taking the time to let me know. Happy cooking, Nina 🙂
Jen says
Is 1055 calories correct? That seems like a lot!
VJ cooks says
That's for one serve, which is two tacos.