Copycat McDonald’s Big Mac Sauce

This recipe recreates the iconic McDonald's Big Mac sauce, blending mayonnaise, mustard, sweet pickle relish, and a mix of spices. It's a quick and easy condiment to prepare, offering a creamy, tangy, and slightly sweet flavor profile perfect for enhancing burgers, sandwiches, or as a versatile dipping sauce.

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Course Snack

Cuisine American

Servings 6 people

Calories 1288 kcal

Equipment

1 Mixing Bowl
1 Whisk
1 Measuring Spoons
1 Measuring Cups
1 Airtight Container for storage

Ingredients

Main

3/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
2 teaspoons granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon white wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder

Instructions

Gather all necessary ingredients and measuring tools.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, yellow mustard, and sweet pickle relish.
Add the granulated sugar, white wine vinegar, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder to the bowl.
Using a whisk, vigorously mix all ingredients until thoroughly combined and the sauce is smooth and uniform.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasonings if desired, adding a pinch more sugar or vinegar to balance the flavor.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate the sauce for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and deepen.
Serve the chilled sauce with your favorite burgers, sandwiches, or as a dipping sauce.
Store any leftover Big Mac sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Notes

For the best flavor, allow the sauce to chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving; this gives the ingredients time to meld and develop a more harmonious taste. Using a high-quality mayonnaise as your base will significantly impact the final flavor. While this recipe uses sweet pickle relish, adjusting the sweetness with a touch of extra granulated sugar or a dash of dill pickle juice can customize the tangy-sweet balance to your preference. Ensure all dry spices are fully incorporated to avoid a gritty texture. This versatile sauce isn't just for Big Macs; it's excellent on any burger, sandwich, or as a dipping sauce for fries or chicken tenders.