How to Make Big Mac Sauce at Home
This is a homemade burger sauce that tastes like the classic tangy special sauce: creamy mayonnaise, sweet pickle relish, mustard, vinegar and a few spices. It is our own recipe, made from ingredients you can buy at any supermarket. It is not an official recipe.
Prep 10 minChill 1 hrMakes about 1 cup
Ingredients
- ½ cup (120 g) mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp sweet pickle relish (or finely chopped dill pickle)
- 1 tbsp yellow mustard
- 1 tsp white vinegar
- 1 tsp sugar
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- Pinch of salt and black pepper
Method
- In a bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, sugar, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt and pepper until smooth.
- Stir in the sweet relish until evenly mixed.
- Cover and chill for at least one hour so the spices blend into the mayonnaise.
- Spread on burgers, sliders or sandwiches, or use as a dip for fries. Store in the fridge for up to one week.
Tips
- For a sharper sauce, use dill pickle relish or add a teaspoon of pickle juice.
- Stir the sauce before using, since the relish can settle.
Frequently asked questions
What is Big Mac sauce made of?
A mayonnaise base with sweet pickle relish, mustard, vinegar, sugar and spices such as onion powder, garlic powder and paprika.
Can I make Big Mac sauce without relish?
Yes. Finely chopped dill pickles work well and give a sharper flavour.
Is this the official recipe?
No. This is a homemade version based on the flavours of the burger sauce, not an official recipe.