Homemade Big Mac Delight
Indulge in the classic taste of a beloved fast-food icon from the comfort of your own kitchen. Our Homemade Big Mac Delight captures the essence of McDonald's signature burger with its distinctive double-layer, special sauce, and harmonious blend of flavors. Recreate the nostalgia of the original burger using fresh ingredients for a deliciously homemade version that's sure to impress.
4
Servings
N/A
Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
sesame seed hamburger bun
8 (divided, tops removed and toasted)
ground beef
1 lb (formed into 8 thin patties)
pickles
8 (sliced)
onion
as desired (finely chopped)
iceberg lettuce
as desired (shredded)
salt
to taste (used for seasoning)
pepper
to taste (used for seasoning)
yellow American cheese
4 (slices)
mayonnaise
1/4 cup (mixed in sauce)
ketchup
2 tablespoons (mixed in sauce)
mustard
1 tablespoon (mixed in sauce)
sweet pickle relish
1 tablespoon (mixed in sauce)
Instructions
1
Prepare the special sauce: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, and sweet pickle relish. Stir until the mixture is well-blended and achieves a light orange color. Adjust the mayonnaise to taste if needed.
2
Toast the bottoms of eight sesame seed hamburger buns until golden brown, then set aside. Retain the bun tops for future use in another dish.
3
Grill or pan-cook the 1/10 lb beef patties, seasoning them with salt and pepper as desired. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 2-3 minutes per side.
4
Assemble the burger bases by arranging the bun bottoms on a baking sheet. Spread a generous portion of the special sauce onto each bun.
5
Sprinkle minced onions onto each sauced bun, followed by a layer of shredded iceberg lettuce.
6
For four of the buns, place two pickle slices on top of the lettuce, and place a slice of cheese on the other four buns.
7
Once the beef patties are cooked, place one patty on each bun.
8
Stack the pickle bun halves on top of the cheese bun halves with the patties, ensuring even distribution to form double-decker layers.
9
Crown each assembled burger with the toasted top bun. Serve immediately and enjoy the exquisite taste of a homemade Big Mac!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Homemade Big Mac Delight?
It is a homemade version of the iconic McDonald's double-decker burger, featuring fresh ingredients and a custom special sauce.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe yields 4 servings.
How many beef patties are needed per burger?
Each burger contains two thin 1/10 lb beef patties, totaling eight patties for the recipe.
What are the ingredients for the special sauce?
The special sauce is made from a blend of mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, and sweet pickle relish.
What type of buns are used in this recipe?
Sesame seed hamburger buns are used, specifically utilizing eight bottoms and four tops.
How long should the beef patties be cooked?
The patties should be grilled or pan-cooked for about 2-3 minutes per side until browned.
What kind of cheese is recommended for a Big Mac?
Yellow American cheese slices are used to achieve the signature fast-food flavor.
How should the lettuce be prepared?
The iceberg lettuce should be shredded before assembly.
How do I achieve the correct color for the sauce?
Stir the sauce ingredients until they are well-blended and reach a light orange color.
What type of pickles are used?
The recipe calls for eight pickle slices to be distributed across the burgers.
How are the onions prepared?
The onions should be finely chopped or minced before being sprinkled onto the buns.
How do I toast the buns?
Toast the bottoms of the sesame seed buns until they are golden brown.
What is the order of assembly for the burger bases?
Start with the toasted bun bottom, spread the special sauce, add minced onions, and then add shredded lettuce.
Where do the pickles and cheese go during assembly?
Place two pickle slices on four of the buns and a slice of cheese on the other four buns.
How do I form the double-decker layers?
Stack the pickle-layered bun halves on top of the cheese-layered bun halves once the patties are added.
What should I do with the four extra bun tops?
The extra bun tops can be retained and used for a future dish.
How much ground beef is required in total?
You will need 1 lb of ground beef to form the eight thin patties.
What is the recommended amount of mayonnaise for the sauce?
The recipe calls for 1/4 cup of mayonnaise.
How much ketchup is used in the special sauce?
Use 2 tablespoons of ketchup in the sauce mixture.
What type of relish is used for the special sauce?
One tablespoon of sweet pickle relish is required.
How much mustard is included in the sauce recipe?
One tablespoon of mustard is used for the special sauce.
Can I adjust the taste of the sauce?
Yes, you can adjust the amount of mayonnaise to suit your personal preference.
What spices are used to season the beef?
The beef patties are seasoned with salt and pepper to taste.
Is this recipe suitable for lunch?
Yes, it is tagged as a lunchtime meal and a comfort food option.
What is the weight of each individual patty?
Each patty is approximately 1/10 lb.
What kind of lettuce is best for this burger?
Iceberg lettuce is the preferred choice for its characteristic crunch.
How many pickle slices go on each burger?
Each finished double-decker burger contains two pickle slices.
Should the burgers be served hot?
Yes, it is recommended to serve the burgers immediately after assembly.
Is this a difficult recipe to make?
No, it is a straightforward recipe designed to recreate a fast-food classic at home.
What makes this a 'Delight'?
The combination of fresh ingredients and the harmonious blend of the signature special sauce.