Name: Copycat Big Mac Sandwich Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds ground beef (85/15); 1/2 yellow onion, finely chopped; 1/4 cup hamburger pickles, chopped; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon coarse ground pepper; 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce; 1 cup mayonnaise; 1/4 cup French dressing; 2 tablespoons sweet relish; 1 tablespoon ketchup; 1 teaspoon white vinegar; 1/4 teaspoon onion powder; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 8 hamburger buns (with seeds); 2 cups iceberg lettuce, shredded; 12 hamburger pickle chips; 4 slices American cheese; Additional sauce, optional

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Introduction

The Big Mac is an iconic burger loved for its special sauce and double-decker design. This homemade version lets you recreate that classic fast-food flavor with fresh ingredients and an easy-to-follow recipe.

A close-up of a juicy double cheeseburger held by two hands. The burger has two sesame seed buns, with the top bun light brown and soft. Inside, the first layer under the top bun consists of chopped cooked ground beef with a creamy light pink sauce and shredded lettuce mixed with small pickle slices. The middle layer includes a golden toasted breaded piece, topped again with the same chopped beef, bright orange cheddar cheese slice, more shredded lettuce, and more of the light pink sauce. The bottom bun is lightly toasted and golden brown, holding the ingredients together. The background is softly blurred with a white marbled texture. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 1/2 pounds ground beef (85/15)
1/2 yellow onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup hamburger pickles, chopped
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon coarse ground pepper
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup French dressing
2 tablespoons sweet relish
1 tablespoon ketchup
1 teaspoon white vinegar
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
8 hamburger buns (with seeds)
2 cups iceberg lettuce, shredded
12 hamburger pickle chips
4 slices American cheese
Additional secret sauce (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Brown your ground beef halfway in a large skillet over medium heat, about 3-4 minutes.
Step 2: Add the chopped onions, kosher salt, coarse ground pepper, and Worcestershire sauce to the skillet. Continue cooking until the beef is fully browned, about another 3-4 minutes.
Step 3: Stir in the chopped hamburger pickles and cook for 1 more minute.
Step 4: In a medium bowl, mix together mayonnaise, French dressing, sweet relish, ketchup, white vinegar, onion powder, and salt to make the secret sauce. Stir well.
Step 5: Add 1 cup of the secret sauce mixture to the cooked beef mixture and stir to combine. Reserve the remaining sauce for assembling the burgers.
Step 6: To assemble each double-decker Big Mac, lightly toast the hamburger buns. Spread secret sauce on the bottom bun, add shredded lettuce, a portion of the beef mixture, and a slice of American cheese. Top with the middle bun, then repeat layering sauce, lettuce, beef, and pickle chips before adding the top bun.

Tips & Variations

For extra juiciness, avoid pressing down on the patties while cooking.
Use freshly shredded iceberg lettuce for optimal crunch.
Substitute American cheese with cheddar or Swiss for a twist.
Try adding a slice of tomato or some crispy bacon for added flavor.

Storage

Store any leftover cooked beef mixture and sauce separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Assemble burgers fresh before serving. Reheat beef gently on the stovetop or microwave, and add fresh lettuce and pickles after reheating to maintain their crunch.

How to Serve

The image shows a tall burger with a sesame seed bun on top. The first layer under the bun is ground beef with a slightly crumbly texture mixed with bits of onions. Below this is a layer of creamy pink sauce with shredded lettuce sitting underneath it. Next comes a golden brown crispy fried patty, followed by another layer of ground beef. At the bottom, there is melted cheddar cheese, more shredded lettuce, and another spread of the same pink sauce. The whole burger is on a round dark wooden plate, with a white marbled textured background. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make the Big Mac sauce ahead of time?

Yes, the secret sauce can be prepared a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator. This allows the flavors to meld and improves the taste.

What type of ground beef is best for this recipe?

Ground beef with an 85/15 lean-to-fat ratio works best to keep the patties juicy without being too greasy.