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Flavorful Deconstructed Big Mac Bowl Recipe with Easy Special Sauce and Pickles

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A quick and satisfying deconstructed Big Mac bowl featuring seasoned ground beef, creamy tangy special sauce, crisp pickles, and fresh veggies, all without the bun.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend preferred for juiciness)
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp ketchup
  • 1 tbsp yellow mustard
  • 1 tsp white vinegar
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • Pinch of sugar
  • 1 cup sliced dill pickles
  • 1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Optional: sliced tomatoes or onions

Instructions

  1. Prepare the special sauce: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, yellow mustard, white vinegar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and sugar. Whisk until smooth and refrigerate for about 10 minutes to let flavors meld.
  2. Cook the beef: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, breaking it up with a spatula. Season with onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
  3. Prepare the vegetables: Shred iceberg lettuce finely. Slice dill pickles into thin rounds. Optionally slice tomatoes and onions for extra freshness.
  4. Assemble the bowl: In serving bowls, layer cooked beef as the base. Spoon a generous dollop of special sauce over the beef. Top with shredded lettuce, sliced pickles, and shredded cheddar cheese. Add optional tomatoes or onions if desired.
  5. Final touches: Mix gently if preferred or leave layered for visual appeal. Serve immediately.

Notes

Let the special sauce chill for at least 10 minutes to soften flavors. Avoid overcrowding the pan when cooking beef to prevent steaming. Store beef and veggies separately in airtight containers for up to 3 days. Special sauce keeps for about a week refrigerated. Serve immediately for best texture.

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Keywords: Big Mac bowl, deconstructed burger, special sauce, pickles, ground beef recipe, quick dinner, easy meal, low carb, gluten-free

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