Description
Big Mac Fries is a fun and indulgent twist on classic French fries, topped with shredded cheddar cheese, diced pickles, onions, lettuce, and a signature Big Mac sauce. Optionally enhanced with cooked ground beef, this recipe delivers all the flavors of a Big Mac burger loaded onto crispy fries for a perfect snack or appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
Fries
- 4 cups frozen or homemade French fries
Toppings
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/4 cup diced pickles
- 1/4 cup diced onions
- 1/4 cup cooked ground beef (optional)
Big Mac Sauce
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 tablespoon mustard
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped pickles
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Cook the fries: Prepare the fries according to package instructions or your preferred method, either baking or frying, until they are crispy and golden brown.
- Prepare the Big Mac sauce: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, finely chopped pickles, white vinegar, and garlic powder. Stir until all the ingredients are well blended and set the sauce aside.
- Arrange fries: Once the fries are cooked, spread them evenly on a serving platter or large plate.
- Add toppings: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese, diced pickles, diced onions, and shredded lettuce evenly over the fries.
- Optional protein: If using, distribute the cooked ground beef evenly on top to add a true Big Mac flavor.
- Drizzle sauce: Generously pour the prepared Big Mac sauce over the loaded fries, ensuring every bite has that iconic taste.
- Serve and enjoy: Serve the Big Mac Fries immediately, optionally providing extra Big Mac sauce on the side for dipping.
Notes
- Use freshly cooked fries for the best texture and flavor.
- Feel free to substitute cheddar cheese with processed American cheese slices if preferred.
- The ground beef topping is optional and can be omitted to make this recipe vegetarian.
- Big Mac sauce can be prepared in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To make homemade fries, cut potatoes into strips, soak in cold water for 30 minutes, dry thoroughly, and bake or fry until crisp.
