September 6th 2024.
Do you ever crave the famous McDonald's Big Mac sauce, but don't feel like leaving the comfort of your own home? Well, you're not alone. The Big Mac has been a staple on the McDonald's menu since its debut in 1967 at a restaurant in Pennsylvania. It's no surprise that fans have been trying to recreate the special sauce in their own kitchens for years.
Luckily, a former McDonald's corporate chef has finally revealed the secret to the coveted sauce. Mike Haracz took to TikTok to share his insider knowledge, starting off by debunking the myth that the sauce contains ketchup. "If any of you have put ketchup in Big Mac sauce, it is not Big Mac Sauce," he argued. "It's some other delicious sauce that you made yourself."
So, what exactly goes into the famous sauce? According to Mike, the recipe calls for one cup of mayonnaise (specifically Hellman's because that's what's used in the real deal), a quarter cup of sweet pickle relish, two tablespoons of Düsseldorf mustard (or Dijon as a substitute), one teaspoon of white wine vinegar, one and one-quarter teaspoon of paprika, one teaspoon of onion powder (not granulated, as Mike emphasizes), one teaspoon of garlic powder, one-eighth teaspoon of white pepper, one-eighth teaspoon of sugar, and a pinch of turmeric.
Now, you may be wondering about the final ingredient - vegetable protein. Mike explains that this is not easily accessible for the average person, so he suggests using either a pinch of autolysed yeast extract or MSG to add that extra umami flavor.
Once all the ingredients are mixed together, Mike recommends letting the sauce chill in the fridge for 30 minutes before serving. And don't forget to give it "one big old mix" before slathering it on your burger.
But wait, there's a catch. The head of menu at McDonald's UK & Ireland, Thomas O'Neill, revealed that there are slight differences in the Big Mac recipe across different countries. In the UK, for example, they use a different amount of Big Mac sauce. However, the overall flavor should remain consistent worldwide.
Despite this small variation, the Big Mac is still a timeless classic at McDonald's. The Agency reached out to McDonald's for comment, but in the meantime, why not try making your own Big Mac at home? And if you do, share your story with us by emailing us at [email address]. We'd love to hear from you!
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