Ingredients
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- 4 cup mayonnaise
- 8 tbsp sweet pickle relish
- 4 tbsp yellow mustard
- 8 tsp white wine vinegar
- 4 tsp garlic powder
- 4 tsp onion powder
- 4 tsp paprika
- 4 tsp granulated sugar
Nutritional Information
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Homemade Big Mac Sauce
Instructions
Step 1
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sweet pickle relish, yellow mustard, white wine vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and granulated sugar. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
Step 2
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning according to your preference. You can add more sugar for sweetness or more vinegar for tanginess. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 3
Once satisfied with the taste, transfer the sauce to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. This allows the flavours to meld together.
Step 4
Serve the homemade Big Mac sauce alongside your favourite burger or sandwich. It pairs perfectly with beef, chicken, or veggie burgers. Enjoy!
Recipe Story
As a food enthusiast with a penchant for recreating restaurant classics in the comfort of my own kitchen, the journey to perfecting the iconic Big Mac sauce has been nothing short of exhilarating. This beloved condiment, with its creamy texture and unmistakable tang, has long captivated taste buds and fuelled cravings. Determined to replicate its magic, I embarked on a culinary adventure, armed with a handful of ingredients and a passion for experimentation.
The quest for the ideal homemade Big Mac sauce began with meticulous research and countless trials. Armed with a notebook filled with scribbled recipes and tasting notes, I set out to decipher the elusive combination of flavours that make this sauce truly special. Each iteration brought me closer to uncovering the secret, as I fine-tuned the ratios of mayonnaise, sweet pickle relish, and mustard, striving for that perfect harmony of tanginess and sweetness.
One crucial revelation came in the form of white wine vinegar, a subtle yet essential ingredient that elevated the sauce to new heights. Its acidity provided the perfect counterbalance to the richness of the mayonnaise, while adding a depth of flavour that tantalised the palate. A delicate balance of garlic and onion powder contributed layers of complexity, while a hint of paprika infused the sauce with a warm, smoky undertone.
After countless experiments and taste tests, I finally achieved that moment of culinary triumph—the perfect homemade Big Mac sauce. Creamy yet tangy, with just the right amount of sweetness and spice, it was a testament to the power of persistence and the joy of culinary exploration. As I drizzled the sauce over a stack of homemade burgers, I couldn't help but marvel at the transformative power of simple ingredients and a dash of creativity.
In sharing this recipe with fellow food enthusiasts, I hope to inspire others to embark on their own culinary adventures and unlock the secrets of their favourite dishes. Whether recreating a beloved classic or inventing something entirely new, there's magic to be found in the kitchen—and the journey is just as delicious as the destination.
