Big Mac with homemade McDonald’s sauce
- Preparation 30 min
- Refrigeration 6 h
- Cooking 10 min
- Servings 2
- Freezing I do not suggest
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Why line up at McDonald’s for a burger that tastes like cardboard when you can recreate an even better homemade Big Mac, with a homemade McDonald’s sauce that tastes even better than the original? If you’re a fan of the cult burger with two steaks, secret sauce, lettuce, cheese, pickles and onions on a sesame seed bun, you’ve come to the right place.
There are no shortcuts here: we give you the real recipe for McDonald’s Big Mac sauce, with the ingredients and tricks to get that addictive taste. Add toasted bread and juicy patties, and you’ve got a homemade Big Mac that will make your favorite fast-food restaurant jealous.
So get out the spatula and get ready to bite into a homemade burger worthy of the biggest chains… with the added pleasure of saying, “McDo can kiss my ass!” 🍔🔥
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There’s nothing more satisfying than recreating an ultra-tasty homemade Big Mac, with its homemade McDonald’s sauce that tastes exactly like the original. To achieve perfection and rock your favorite fast-food joint, here are a few tips and tricks you won’t want to miss.
1, The real McDonald’s Big Mac sauce
The secret of a legendary homemade Big Mac is its ultra-creamy sauce, with its perfect balance of sweet and tangy. Its creamy texture coats every bite, while a hint of vinegar enhances the burger’s flavors. A touch of sweetness, a hint of spiciness, and just the right amount of crunch with fine chunks of onion… The result? A sauce that tastes exactly like the original – maybe even better! Let it rest in the fridge before using, to allow the flavors to develop fully and reach their full potential.
2. Ultra-juicy steaks
Use 80/20 ground beef (80% lean, 20% fat) for tasty, tender steaks. Avoid squeezing them too much when cooking (we want to keep the fat) and simply season with salt and pepper. Cook them on a very hot pan or cast-iron griddle for a beautiful caramelized crust.
3. Toasted brioche buns
Take some sesame-seed burger buns and toast them lightly in butter on a dry frying pan or barbecue grill. The crispness of the bun prevents it from absorbing too much sauce and adds the perfect texture.
4. Assembling a homemade Big Mac
The double center bun is essential for a deluxe Big Mac! Use a third bun for authenticity. Then follow the perfect order:
✅ Homemade Big Mac sauce + onions + lettuce + pickles + cheese + steak
✅ Second bun in the middle
✅ Sauce + onions + lettuce + steak alone
✅ Top bun
5. The pickle trick
Thinly sliced dill pickles are a must if you want to replicate the McD’s experience. Don’t skip this step!
6. An even crazier homemade Big Mac?
Add crispy bacon, a slice of Swiss cheese, or even a homemade BBQ sauce for a gourmet touch.
With these professional tips, your homemade Big Mac will be just as good as the original! Get ready to bite into the ultimate burger, with real homemade McDonald’s sauce. 🍔🔥
7. How to store McDonald’s Big Mac sauce
Homemade McDonald’s Big Mac sauce keeps for about 5-7 days in the fridge, in an airtight container. Be sure to stir it well before each use, as some ingredients may separate slightly over time.
Tip: For optimum freshness, use well-chilled ingredients from the start, and avoid contaminating the sauce with a previously used spoon.
Big Mac burger
- Homemade copycat Big Mac sauce
- 600g medium lean ground beef
- 1/2 teaspoon dried origano
- 1 teaspoon Montreal bifteak spices
- 4 big hamburger buns with sesame
- 1/4 cup yellow onion, finely chopped
- About 1 1/2 cup lettuce, chopped
- 2 slices American cheese
- 4 slices of cooked bacon
- 4 slices of dill pickles
- Ketchup
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Preparation
- Prepare the homemade McDonald’s copycat Big Mac sauce.
- Place the beef in a large bowl, then add the oregano and steak spices. Mix well with your hands, then shape into 4 large, thin balls, each about 1 cm thick.
- Preheat the BBQ to maximum power. Oil the grates and reduce the heat by half. Place meatballs on grates, cook for 2 minutes, then rotate 45 degrees. Turn meat over and repeat. Cook for 2 minutes, rotate 45 degrees and cook for 2 minutes. Meatballs should be cooked through! Check and continue if necessary. Butter and toast buns if desired.
- Assemble your burgers! You’ll need 2 whole hamburger buns plus 2 other bases. On the bottom of the first base, spread 1 tablespoon of Big Mac sauce, followed by 1 tablespoon of chopped onion and some lettuce. Place a slice of cheese on top, then the meatball, followed by a base of bread. Once again, spread 1 tablespoon of sauce followed by 1 tablespoon of onion, a little lettuce and then another meatball. Add 2 slices of pickle, 2 slices of bacon, ketchup to taste and finish with the top bun! Serve immediately and good luck staying clean!!!!
The sauce. The mix of mayonnaise, sweet relish, mustard, acidity, and spices creates that unmistakable profile.
Ground beef with about 20% fat. Juicy enough to stay tender without soaking the bun.
Yes. Toasted sesame buns are essential to get the authentic Big Mac experience.
Absolutely. It tastes even better after a few hours in the fridge.
Bottom bun, patty, cheese, lettuce, sauce, middle bun, patty, cheese, lettuce, sauce, top bun. Precision matters.
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