Creating your own Big Mac Sauce at home couldn’t be simpler and adds that familiar tangy flair to your homemade burgers. This copycat recipe nails the balance of creamy, tangy, and slightly sweet, elevating your burger game with minimal effort.

• Cuisine: American
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: None
• Total Time: 10 minutes
• Servings: 6

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• No cooking required, just mix and enjoy!
• Uses simple pantry ingredients you likely have on hand.
• Customizable to suit your taste preferences.
• A perfect way to elevate your home-cooked burgers.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup mayonnaise: Acts as the creamy base for the sauce.
• 2 Tablespoons sweet pickle relish: Adds sweetness and texture; substitute with finely chopped pickles if needed.
• 1 Tablespoon grated yellow onion (with juices): Provides a mild onion flavor and moisture.
• 2 teaspoons yellow mustard: Brings a tangy kick that complements the other flavors.
• 1/2 teaspoon white vinegar (optional, see notes)*: Adds acidity to brighten the sauce.
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika: Offers color and a touch of smokiness.
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder: Intensifies the onion flavor.
• 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt: Balances and enhances the flavors.
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder: Provides subtle warmth and depth.

How to Make It

Step 1: Grate the Onion

Using a box grater, grate the onion directly onto a cutting board, ensuring you capture all the juices. This juice is essential for imparting a fresh onion flavor and moisture to the sauce.

Step 2: Mix Ingredients

In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sweet pickle relish, grated onion and its juices, yellow mustard, paprika, onion powder, fine sea salt, and garlic powder. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and homogenous. The sauce should be a light orange with specks from the relish.

Step 3: Store and Serve

Transfer the sauce to an airtight container and refrigerate until ready to use. Storing the sauce in the fridge for at least an hour before serving allows the flavors to meld and deepen, enhancing the overall taste.

Recipe FAQs

Can I make this sauce ahead of time?

Yes, this sauce can be made up to a week in advance. Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator to maintain its freshness and flavor.

What if I don’t have sweet pickle relish?

You can substitute sweet pickle relish with finely chopped dill pickles mixed with a pinch of sugar to mimic the sweetness.

Is the vinegar necessary?

The vinegar adds a slight tang and helps to balance the mayonnaise’s richness. However, if you prefer a less tangy sauce, you can omit it.