Dinner

Big Mac Sauce Recipe (Better Than McDonald’s) Recipe

Bylina moretti January 28, 2026January 28, 2026

Introduction

This Big Mac Sauce recipe brings the iconic flavor of McDonald’s right into your kitchen, with a creamy, tangy, and slightly sweet sauce that’s perfect for burgers, sandwiches, or as a dip. Ready in just five minutes, it’s a simple way to elevate your meals with a classic favorite.

A white bowl filled with creamy, light orange sauce that has small green and darker orange specks mixed throughout. The sauce has a smooth, yet slightly chunky texture with visible swirls from stirring. A pale green spatula is partially dipped into the sauce on the right side of the bowl. The bowl is placed on a surface with a white marbled texture. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1/2 cup quality mayonnaise
2 tablespoons dill pickle relish (or use sweet pickle relish and omit the sugar)
1 tablespoon finely minced onion
2 tablespoons natural ketchup
2 teaspoons yellow mustard
1 teaspoon white vinegar
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder

Instructions

Step 1: Grab a medium bowl with enough space to stir easily without making a mess.
Step 2: Add the mayonnaise, relish, minced onion, ketchup, mustard, vinegar, sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt to the bowl.
Step 3: Mix everything thoroughly until the sauce is creamy and well combined. Scrape down the sides of the bowl to make sure nothing’s left unmixed.
Step 4: Taste the sauce. Adjust salt, relish, or add a dash of hot sauce if desired.
Step 5: Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving. Overnight is ideal.
Step 6: Use straight from the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.

Tips & Variations

For a spicier kick, add a few drops of your favorite hot sauce before chilling.
Use sweet pickle relish instead of dill for a milder, sweeter sauce; omit the added sugar in this case.
Finely mince fresh onion for a sharper, more vibrant flavor instead of using pre-minced onion.
To make it vegan, substitute mayonnaise with a plant-based version.

Storage

Store the sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Keep it chilled until ready to use, and always use clean utensils to avoid contamination. Reheat is not necessary; the sauce is best served cold or at room temperature.