Description
Classic Big Mac meets homemade comfort in these irresistible sloppy joes that bring McDonald’s iconic flavors straight to your kitchen. Zesty ground beef, tangy special sauce, and melted cheese create a mouthwatering twist on the beloved fast-food favorite you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (450 grams) ground beef
Sauce Components:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
- ¼ cup dill pickle relish
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
Seasonings and Garnish:
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Serving Items:
- 4 sesame seed hamburger buns
- 1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
- 4 slices cheddar cheese
- 4 slices American cheese
- Dill pickle slices (optional)
Instructions
- Craft the signature Big Mac sauce by whisking together mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, sweet pickle relish, vinegar, and aromatic spices until silky smooth, then set aside for later layering.
- Activate a skillet over medium flame and introduce ground beef with finely chopped onions, sautéing until the meat develops a rich golden-brown complexion and onions turn translucent.
- Eliminate excess fat from the beef mixture, then infuse the skillet contents with tangy ketchup, robust mustard, umami-packed Worcestershire sauce, zesty dill pickle relish, and a delicate seasoning of salt and pepper.
- Allow the mixture to simmer gently, encouraging the flavors to meld and intensify, creating a luscious and harmonious filling.
- Prepare sesame seed buns by delivering a gentle toast to enhance their texture and warmth.
- Construct each sandwich by generously spreading the prepared Big Mac sauce across the bottom bun’s surface.
- Layer crisp, shredded lettuce atop the sauce, followed by a melting slice of cheese to provide a creamy foundation.
- Generously cascade the seasoned beef mixture over the cheese, ensuring complete coverage.
- Embellish with pickle slices and crown with an additional dollop of signature sauce.
- Gently press the top bun into place, creating a compact and inviting sandwich.
- Serve immediately alongside golden french fries or a refreshing side salad for a complete dining experience.
Notes
- Customize the sauce by adjusting mayo, ketchup, and spices to match your taste preferences for a personalized Big Mac flavor profile.
- Opt for lean ground beef to reduce excess grease and create a healthier version of this indulgent dish.
- Consider using lettuce wraps instead of buns for a low-carb alternative that still delivers the classic Big Mac taste experience.
- Prepare the Big Mac sauce ahead of time and refrigerate to allow flavors to meld, intensifying the overall taste of the sloppy joes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg