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why make this recipe
This sauce tastes like the famous Big Mac sauce. It is quick to mix and uses common ingredients. You can make it at home and save money. It lifts burgers, sandwiches, and dips. It also helps you control the salt and sugar.
introduction
Copycat Big Mac Sauce is creamy, tangy, and slightly sweet. You can put it on burgers, fries, or chicken. It needs just a few minutes to mix and a short chill time. For another creamy sauce idea that uses simple ingredients, try alfredo sauce with roasted garlic and cottage cheese.
how to make Copycat Big Mac Sauce
Ingredients :
0.5 cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish, 1 tablespoon yellow mustard, 1 teaspoon white vinegar, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 0.5 teaspoon paprika, 0.5 teaspoon sugar, 0.25 teaspoon salt, 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions :
In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sweet pickle relish, and yellow mustard. Add white vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until the sauce is smooth and fully combined. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Use immediately on homemade Big Mac burgers, Chicken Big Mac sandwiches, or as a dipping sauce.
how to serve Copycat Big Mac Sauce
Spread it on toasted buns for a Big Mac-style burger. Use it on a chicken sandwich or fried shrimp. Put it in a small bowl for fries or raw vegetables. You can also add a little to potato salad for more flavor. If you want to try a different creamy pairing, you can compare it to alfredo sauce with roasted garlic and cottage cheese on a side dish.
how to store Copycat Big Mac Sauce
Put the sauce in a clean airtight container. Keep it in the fridge for up to one week. Stir before use if the liquid separates a little. Do not leave it at room temperature for more than two hours.
tips to make Copycat Big Mac Sauce
- Use full-fat mayonnaise for best texture and flavor.
- Let the sauce chill at least 30 minutes so the flavors blend.
- Taste and adjust salt or sugar to your liking.
- Use sweet pickle relish, not dill relish, for the right sweetness and texture.
- Mix well to avoid lumps from the powders.
variation (if any)
- Make it spicy: add 1 teaspoon sriracha or hot sauce.
- Make it lighter: use half mayo and half plain Greek yogurt.
- Make it chunkier: add finely chopped pickles or a little finely chopped onion.
- Make it smokier: swap paprika for smoked paprika.
FAQs
Q: Can I make this sauce ahead?
A: Yes. Make it a day ahead and keep it in the fridge so the flavor gets better.
Q: How long does the sauce last?
A: It lasts up to one week in the refrigerator in an airtight container.
Q: Can I use relish alternatives?
A: You can use finely chopped dill pickles, but the taste will be less sweet.
Q: Is this sauce gluten free?
A: Most ingredients are gluten free, but check labels on store brands to be sure.
Q: Can I freeze this sauce?
A: Freezing may change the texture. It is best kept in the fridge, not the freezer.
Copycat Big Mac Sauce
Ingredients
Method
- In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sweet pickle relish, and yellow mustard.
- Add white vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, sugar, salt, and black pepper.
- Whisk until the sauce is smooth and fully combined.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
