Big Mac Sauce Recipe

Enjoy the taste of America’s favorite special sauce right at home. You’ll be…lovin’ it.

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I absolutely LOVE Big Mac sauce. Who doesn’t? The only problem is that I also like to eat healthy, and, as we know, fast food is not good for you. But this homemade Big Mac sauce gives you the satisfaction of indulgence without the side of guilt.

One huge—and maybe personal—victory with this Big Mac sauce recipe, is that it doesn’t involve ketchup! I don’t particularly appreciate that condiment and hate when people tell me that Big Mac sauce is Thousand Island dressing and ketchup mixed together. Because it is not, and now we have all the proof. In 2012, McDonald’s executive chef released the recipe publicly, and it is exactly what you see here. Even better—in 2018, McDonald’s removed the artificial flavors and preservatives, but somehow kept the flavor.

Big Mac sauce is delicious. It is savory, tangy, and creamy, with a hint of sweetness. Made with mayo, relish, minced onion, vinegar, sugar, and spices, it is a little dance of flavors. We all know that homemade sauce is superior to anything you can get at a drive-thru window. Another perk is this Big Mac sauce is so easy and requires ingredients that you likely already have in your home.

Is Big Mac Sauce Healthy?

This Big Mac sauce uses simple ingredients, which is healthier than the preservative-laden original recipe. In moderation, Big Mac sauce should be fine for many diets. You can adjust the recipe to make it vegan, too; simply use vegan mayo.

DIY Mayo Options

To elevate your Big Mac sauce recipe, go a step further and make your mayo from scratch! We have an easy recipe for Homemade Mayo using just egg, lemon, oil, mustard, and salt. If you are going for Whole30, we have that too! For Whole30 Mayo, you’ll use the same ingredients as regular mayo, but use avocado oil instead.

INGREDIENTS

2/3 cup mayonnaise
2 1/2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
1 tablespoon white onion, finely minced or grated
1 1/4 teaspoons white vinegar
1 1/4 teaspoons granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon mustard

INSTRUCTIONS

Combine

Mix all ingredients in a bowl.

Chill

Refrigerate to blend flavors.

Devour!

FAQs & Tips

How to Make Ahead and Store

Big Mac sauce can be stored in the fridge in an airtight container for up to a week.

What kind of relish is best for Big Mac sauce?

Look for a sweet pickle relish that is low in sodium and sugar, which is easy to find in the grocery store. You can also easily make your own by combining pickles, onions, vinegar, sugar, and salt in a food processor.

Is Big Mac sauce gluten-free?

Yes, this recipe is gluten-free. However, be sure to check the labels of the mayo and relish to ensure there is no wheat.

Serving Suggestions

Big Mac sauce is perfect for a Beef Burger but also goes great on other “burgers” like this Falafel Burger or these easy Sweet Potato Veggie Burgers. This special sauce can also double as a dipping sauce for Buttermilk Fried Chicken Tenders, and Fried Zucchini. Finally, you can even use this creamy Big Mac sauce as salad dressing; try it on a Quick and Healthy Taco Salad.