Vegan Big Mac Sauce (aka Special Sauce)

January 29, 2020

Dips Spreads & Sauces

By: Chris Petrellese 

Did someone say Vegan Big Mac Sauce? This classic combination of mayo (egg-free of course), relish, mustard, ketchup, and spices is just about as American as it gets. We aren’t joking when we say you can put this sh*t on everything.

Vegan Big mac sauce in a jar with a wooden spoon

A few weeks ago, I was browsing our friend Liv B’s Saucy ebook when I came across her “Mac Sauce” recipe. I ended up making it and it brought me right back to my childhood. I immediately felt inspired to make my own version of a Vegan Big Mac Sauce, so here it is.

It has been many years (probably around 12) since I’ve had a Big Mac, but something about that special sauce has always stuck with me. It carries such a distinct and delicious flavor; it’s hard to forget. Luckily for us, it can easily be veganized and I am about to show you how it’s done.

Ingredients needed to make vegan big mac sauce in small containers on a marble board by sweet simple vegan

While experimenting with this Vegan Big Mac Sauce, I made some Big Mac Fries and OMG, they’re to die for. These fries are literally what you would find on a Big Mac, but instead of a bun, all of the ingredients are over fries. Talk about perfection!

These Vegan Big Mac Fries are perfect to serve as a party snack! If you are looking for more epic vegan party food ideas, here are some of our favorites:

A loaded vegan burger on a wooden board with vegan big mac sauce dripping down and jars in the background

Make sure you tag us on Instagram @sweetsimplevegan and @consciouschris and hashtag #sweetsimplevegan if you recreate any of our recipes, we love to see your photos!

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Vegan Big mac sauce in a jar with a wooden spoon

Vegan Big Mac Sauce (aka Special Sauce)


  • Author: Chris @ Sweet Simple Vegan
  • Total Time: 5 Minutes
  • Yield: 20 (1 tablespoon) servings

Description

Did someone say Vegan Big Mac Sauce? This classic combination of mayo (egg-free of course), relish, mustard, ketchup, and spices is just about as American as it gets. We aren’t joking when we say you can put this sh*t on everything.


Ingredients

  • 1 cup vegan mayo (we used Vegenaise)
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1 to 1 1/2 tablespoons mustard
  • 2 teaspoons sweet relish
  • 1/4 teaspoon apple cider vinegar 
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon paprika 

Instructions

  1. In a small or medium-sized bowl combine all ingredients and stir until fully combined. If you would like to thin out the sauce a bit, add water 1 teaspoon at a time until it reaches your desired consistency.
  2. Serve on a sandwich, with french fries, or as a dip. Enjoy! 

Notes

  • This sauce tastes even better when you place it into the refrigerator to chill for a few hours or overnight.
  • Store it in an  airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
  • Prep Time: 5 Minutes
  • Category: Sauce
  • Method: No Cook
  • Cuisine: Vegan

Keywords: vegan, big mac, sauce, no bake, condiment, dressing, dip, party, mcdonalds, burger, mayo, ketchup, special, relish

Nutrition facts label provided by Nutri Fox.

Disclaimer: The nutritional information shown is an estimate provided by an online calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional’s advice. This page may contain affiliate links, which simply means that we earn a commission if you purchase through those links, but your price remains the same. Thank you for supporting Sweet Simple Vegan!

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Recipe rating

  1. Hannah says:

    This is the sauce! Made this for burgers tonight. Whoa. So good!

  2. Amanda says:

    What kind of mustard did you use? The picture looks like maybe a stone ground mustard?

  3. Lotofsnow says:

    I made this yesterday to accompany Beyond Burgers I grilled up. We don’t keep sweet relish on hand, so I used dill instead. The sauce is very simple and delicious. It brought our burgers to the next level. I kind of wish I had tater tots or french fries to dip in it too. My 13 year old said, if she found out she could only ever have one more burger, it would be one with this sauce. Thanks for the recipe.

  4. Danielle Gonsalves says:

    SO GOOD! So easy and tasty. This was the perfect sauce to add to my vegan burgers and sweet potato even on the side. Delicious 🙂 thank you!

  5. Jeannette says:

    Just made this today, and it was just as I remembered it! Thank you!

  6. Paula says:

    Perfect! I did have to sub in dill relish rather than sweet (which I upped to about 2 Tablespoons), so I added a bit of agave, maybe 1 teaspoon.

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