Description
These Big Mac Sloppy Joes combine the saucy comfort of classic sloppy joes with all the iconic flavors of a Big Mac. Seasoned ground beef is cooked to perfection and piled onto toasted buns, then topped with melty cheese, tangy pickles, onions, and a creamy special sauce for a deliciously satisfying sandwich experience.
Ingredients
For the Beef
- 1½ pounds ground beef
- ½ small yellow onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- ½ cup beef broth
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
For the Special Sauce
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped dill pickles
- 1 teaspoon pickle juice
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
For Serving
- 4 hamburger buns
- 4 slices American or cheddar cheese
- Dill pickle slices
- Diced onion
- Shredded lettuce, optional
- Sesame seeds, optional
Instructions
- Cook the Beef: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook for 5–7 minutes, breaking it apart as it browns.
- Sauté Onions: Add the diced onion to the skillet and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened and translucent.
- Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, releasing its aroma.
- Mix Sauces and Seasonings: Add ketchup, yellow mustard, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, beef broth, salt, black pepper, and paprika to the beef mixture. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
- Simmer: Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the beef mixture simmer for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened and saucy.
- Prepare Special Sauce: While the beef simmers, whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, yellow mustard, finely chopped dill pickles, pickle juice, garlic powder, and onion powder in a small bowl until smooth.
- Toast Buns: Toast the hamburger buns lightly until golden brown to add texture and flavor.
- Assemble Sandwiches: Place a slice of cheese on the bottom half of each bun. Spoon the hot beef mixture over the cheese, then top with pickles, diced onion, shredded lettuce if using, and a generous drizzle of the special sauce.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle sesame seeds on the buns if desired and serve the sloppy joes immediately for best taste.
Notes
- Use 80/20 ground beef for the juiciest and most flavorful sloppy joes.
- The beef mixture should be thick enough to stay on the bun without being overly watery for easier eating.
- Brioche buns can be used instead of regular hamburger buns for a richer, slightly sweet flavor.
- Leftover beef mixture can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and reheated gently.
- Add finely diced lettuce just before serving to mimic the Big Mac’s signature crunch and freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course, Sandwiches & Wraps
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
