Apr 25, 2024 There are so many ways to use this sauce; layer it on a burger bun or over beef patties, use it as a dipping sauce, or drizzle it over a salad.
Iconic taste: This recipe captures the classic taste of special sauce but tastes sooo much better than McDonald’s. Easy to make: It comes together in minutes to lather onto homemade burgers, French fries, chicken nuggets, veggies, salads and sandwiches. Make-ahead: You can prepare this sauce ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for several days. I love the way the taste deepens over time.
Ingredients
Its a bunch of basic ingredients for this copycat recipe. Nothing fancy:
Mayonnaise: Use good-quality mayonnaise as the base of the Big Mac sauce. Choose a traditional mayonnaise or a vegan version if you like. White onion: Finely minced white onion adds texture and a subtle onion flavor to the sauce. Sugar: This adds sweetness to balance the tanginess of the vinegar and ketchup in the sauce. White vinegar: It provides acidity and tanginess to the sauce. It helps to balance the flavors. Ketchup: Choose a high-quality ketchup for the best results. Sweet pickle relish: This contributes sweetness, tanginess, and texture to the sauce. Kosher salt and black pepper: Season well, friends!
Honey or maple syrup: Replace the sugar with honey or maple syrup for a natural sweetener. Apple cider vinegar: If you don’t have white vinegar on hand, apple cider vinegar can be used as a substitute. Dill pickle relish: Use dill pickle relish instead of sweet pickle relish for a tangier and more savory variation. Garlic powder: Enhance the sauce’s flavor by adding a pinch of garlic powder. Sriracha or hot sauce: Add some sass to the sauce by mixing a few dashes of Sriracha or your favorite hot sauce.
Tools to Grab
There is not much to it – grab a bowl and a spoon or whisk to mix the ingredients together.
Combine the ingredients
Mix all the ingredients in a bowl. Mix well until the sauce is smooth. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Done! If you’ve made a larger batch and won’t be able to use it all within a week, consider freezing the sauce.
How to Serve this Big Mac Sauce Recipe
Phew, there is so much you can use this sauce for; here are a few ideas. Use Big Mac sauce as a spread in wraps or sandwiches for extra flavor. It pairs well with grilled chicken, turkey, steak, or vegetarian options like roasted vegetables.
Use it On a Burger
The most classic way to enjoy Big Mac sauce is on burger’s bottom bun. Spread a couple of teaspoons of your not-so-secret sauce over your favorite burger patties. Add iceberg lettuce, a slice of American cheese, pickles, onions and a sesame seed bun for a better-than-the-original Big Mac experience. Fav Burger Recipes to Use it Up!
As a Dip
Big Mac sauce makes a delicious dip for fries, onion rings, chicken nuggets, or even fresh vegetables. A few dippers to try! Big Mac sauce can also be used as a creamy salad dressing. Thin it with a little water or vinegar to drizzle over salads like a classic Thousand Island dressing. I love chopping up leftover hamburger patties for a big mac salad the next day. You could even make a delicious Hamburger Casserole, pile it high with shredded iceberg lettuce, diced tomato, dill pickle slices and minced white onion, then drizzle it over with this sauce.
Shake it up in a Jar: Add all ingredients to a jar, close the lid and give it a good shake and you can store your sauce in the same dish you prepped it in.. Emulsification: Emulsifiers in the mayo help bind the oil and water-based ingredients together, creating a smooth and stable sauce that’ll last in the fridge without separating. Yay! Flavor enhancers: Add a little dab of yellow mustard and/or stir in a little paprika for more color and complexity in the sauce. I like mustard when I’m using it for burgers but not as a dressing.
