Description
Learn how to make a homemade Big Mac in just 15 minutes using simple, fresh ingredients. This recipe is a healthier and more flavorful alternative to the original McDonald’s Big Mac.
Ingredients
1 1/2 pounds ground beef
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon butter
5 hamburger buns
5 slices American cheese
15 slices dill pickle
5 tablespoons minced onion
1/4 cup Big Mac sauce (see below for recipe)
Lettuce, tomato, and pickles (optional)
Instructions
1. Divide the ground beef into 8 parts and flatten each part into a thin patty.
2. Cook the patties in a hot skillet for 1-2 minutes on each side.
3. Assemble the Big Mac by spreading the Big Mac sauce on the bottom bun, followed by lettuce, onion, cheese, and a patty. Repeat the layers and top with the top bun.
4. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
To make the Big Mac sauce, mix together mayonnaise, Miracle Whip, French dressing, sweet relish, and dill pickle relish. Add sugar, minced dried onion, white vinegar, and ketchup. Microwave for 25 seconds to mix the flavors well.
To toast the buns, lightly toast them in a pan or with a toaster. Wrap the buns in a paper towel and microwave for 10-15 seconds to steam them.
To store and reheat leftover Big Mac components, store the patties and sauce in the fridge for 3-5 days. To reheat, use the oven (350°F for 5-7 minutes), stovetop (1-2 minutes per side), or microwave (30-60 seconds with a dash of water).
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Burgers
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 887
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg