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πŸ” Big Mac Sloppy Joes

Craving the iconic flavors of a Big Mac but want something easier and cozier? Big Mac Sloppy Joes are your answer!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine American / Fast Food-Inspired
Servings 4 sandwiches

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Spatula
  • Whisk
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Toaster or oven for buns

Ingredients
  

  • πŸ”Έ For the Sloppy Joe Filling:
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • Β½ cup dill pickles finely chopped (plus extra for topping)
  • Β½ cup shredded lettuce for topping
  • Β½ cup shredded cheddar cheese optional
  • 4 hamburger buns toasted
  • πŸ”Έ For the Big Mac Sauce:
  • Β½ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp sweet pickle relish
  • 1 tbsp yellow mustard
  • 1 tsp white vinegar
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Step 1: Make the Big Mac Sauce
  • In a bowl, mix mayo, relish, mustard, vinegar, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Whisk until smooth. Set aside.
  • Step 2: Cook the Sloppy Joe Filling
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef, breaking it up. Drain excess grease.
  • Add onion and garlic. Cook for 2–3 minutes until soft.
  • Stir in half of the prepared sauce and chopped pickles. Cook for another 2–3 minutes.
  • Step 3: Assemble Your Sloppy Joes
  • Toast hamburger buns lightly.
  • Spoon beef mixture onto the bottom half of each bun.
  • Drizzle with remaining Big Mac sauce.
  • Top with shredded lettuce, extra pickles, and cheddar cheese if using.
  • Add the top bun and serve hot!

Notes

πŸ’‘ Pro Tips Use lean ground beef (85/15) to reduce grease but keep flavor. For extra crisp, toast the buns on a skillet with a little butter. Make the Big Mac sauce ahead of timeβ€”it tastes better after chilling for 30 minutes. Add a second bottom bun layer in the middle to mimic a true Big Mac structure! Serve with fries, tater tots, or coleslaw for a fun fast-food-style meal.
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πŸ” Nutrition (Per Sandwich – Approximate)

  • Calories: ~530
  • Protein: ~27g
  • Carbs: ~35g
  • Fat: ~32g
  • Sodium: ~780mg
  • Sugar: ~6g