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Authentic Big Mac Sauce Copycat: The Best Creamy & Tangy Special Sauce Recipe

Close-up of creamy, orange-pink homemade big mac sauce served in a small white fluted ramekin.

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Make the ultimate homemade burger sauce that tastes just like the classic. This creamy, tangy Big Mac sauce copycat uses simple pantry staples and requires no cooking. It is ready in minutes and perfect for your next burger night, as a dip for fries, or on any sandwich.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Sweet Pickle Relish
  • 1 tablespoon Yellow Mustard
  • 1 teaspoon White Vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon Garlic Powder

Instructions

  1. Place the mayonnaise, sweet pickle relish, yellow mustard, white vinegar, paprika, onion powder, and garlic powder into a small bowl.
  2. Stir all ingredients together until the sauce is completely smooth and uniform in color.
  3. Taste the sauce and adjust seasonings if needed, adding a tiny splash more vinegar for extra tang if you prefer.
  4. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the sauce for at least 30 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to blend.
  5. Use this creamy burger topping generously on your homemade burgers, as a dip for fries, or as a spread on sandwiches.

Notes

  • For the most authentic flavor, chill the sauce for a minimum of 30 minutes.
  • This sauce keeps well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
  • If you do not have white vinegar, use pickle juice from your relish jar for a similar effect.
  • This recipe is naturally gluten-free and dairy-free.

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