Description
Enjoy the classic flavors of a Big Mac in an easy, family-friendly Sloppy Joe! This recipe features seasoned lean ground beef with signature Big Mac sauce, gooey melted American cheese, and toasted brioche buns for a fun and delicious twist on the iconic burger.
Ingredients
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Big Mac Sloppy Joes
- 1/2 yellow onion, chopped
- 1 lb. lean ground beef (96/4)
- 1 tsp. yellow mustard
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- 1 tsp. onion powder
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- Fresh cracked black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup beef broth, divided
- 1 tsp. corn starch mixed with 1/4 cup broth
- 1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
- 5 slices American cheese
- 5 Brioche hamburger buns
Big Mac Sauce
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise (60g)
- 1/4 cup ketchup (60g)
- 1/4 cup dill pickles, finely chopped
- 1 Tbsp. dill pickle juice
Instructions
- Cook the Beef and Onions: Spray a large skillet over medium heat with nonstick spray. Add the chopped onions and ground beef. Cook, breaking up the meat into small pieces, until the beef is cooked through and the onions are softened, about 5 minutes.
- Season the Meat: Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and fresh cracked black pepper. Stir well to evenly coat the meat. Add the yellow mustard and Worcestershire sauce, and stir until everything is combined.
- Simmer with Broth: Pour in 1/4 cup of the beef broth. Stir and simmer the mixture for 2-3 minutes to help combine flavors and keep the meat moist.
- Thicken the Mixture: Mix the cornstarch with remaining 1/4 cup beef broth until dissolved, then add to the meat mixture. Stir and let simmer for 5 minutes, until the mixture is thickened and saucy.
- Prepare Big Mac Sauce: While the beef mixture is simmering and thickening, combine the mayonnaise, ketchup, chopped pickles, and pickle juice in a small bowl. Stir well until smooth and set aside.
- Assemble the Sloppy Joes: Preheat your oven broiler. Place the bottom halves of the brioche buns on a baking sheet. Top each with about 1 tablespoon of Big Mac sauce, some shredded iceberg lettuce (optional), about 1/2 cup (103g) of the meat mixture, and a slice of American cheese. Place the baking sheet under the broiler and broil just until the cheese melts.
- Finish and Serve: Spread an additional 1 tablespoon of Big Mac sauce on each top bun and add extra pickles, if desired. Place the top buns on the assembled Sloppy Joes and serve hot. For a crispier texture, broil the buns briefly before assembling.
Notes
- Nutritional information is an estimate and will vary with substitutions.
- Ground beef provides the most authentic Big Mac flavor, but you may use ground chicken or turkey. If substituting, add burger seasoning for extra flavor.
- Serving size includes bun, cheese, 103g of meat, and 32g of sauce.
- For extra crunch, lightly broil the buns before assembling the sandwiches.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (with bun, cheese, 103g meat, 32g sauce)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 970mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
