Crispy fries loaded with seasoned ground beef, melty cheese curds, tangy special sauce, shredded lettuce, pickles, and onions make this Big Mac inspired poutine an irresistible cheeseburger-style dinner. It has all the familiar flavors you love in a loaded burger, piled high over hot fries for an easy game day meal or fun family dinner.
If you love a good burger-inspired dinner, you will also want to try my Big Mac Tacos and Big Mac Nachos. Add this one to your game day food lineup when you need something filling, casual, and guaranteed to disappear fast.
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Why You’ll Love This Big Mac Poutine
- Crispy fries turn into the easiest poutine-style base.
- Seasoned ground beef makes it hearty enough for dinner.
- The homemade special sauce brings everything together.
- It is easy to customize with more pickles, onions, cheese, or sauce.
- Perfect for game day, movie night, or an easy Friday night dinner.
Ingredients You’ll Need
For the poutine:
- 1 bag frozen crinkle-cut or steak fries, about 28 to 32 ounces
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon seasoned salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 ½ cups cheese curds
- 1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
- ½ cup dill pickle chips, chopped
- ¼ cup finely diced white onion
- Sesame seeds, optional
For the special sauce:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
- 1 teaspoon dill pickle brine
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
How to Make Big Mac Inspired Poutine
Start by baking or air frying the fries according to the package directions. You want them deeply golden and crisp so they can hold all of the toppings.
While the fries cook, brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat. Break it up into small crumbles as it cooks. Drain any excess grease, then stir in the Worcestershire sauce, onion powder, garlic powder, seasoned salt, and black pepper. Cook for another minute, then set aside.
In a small bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, sweet relish, pickle brine, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika until smooth.
Pile the hot fries onto a large platter or sheet pan. Scatter the cheese curds over the fries, then spoon the warm seasoned beef all over the top. The heat from the fries and beef will soften the cheese curds just enough.
Finish with shredded lettuce, chopped pickles, diced onion, a generous drizzle of special sauce, and sesame seeds if you would like. Serve immediately while the fries are still crisp.
Tips for the Best Loaded Cheeseburger Fries
Use thick-cut fries. Crinkle-cut, waffle fries, or steak fries hold up much better than thin fries under all those toppings.
Keep the lettuce cold and add it right before serving. That keeps the poutine fresh and gives it that classic burger crunch.
Do not skip the pickle brine in the sauce. It gives the sauce that little tangy bite that makes the whole dish taste like a cheeseburger.
For extra melty cheese, use a mix of cheese curds and shredded cheddar. Add the cheddar during the last couple minutes of baking the fries.
Make It Your Own
Swap the ground beef for ground turkey, ground chicken, or plant-based crumbles.
Add cooked bacon for a bacon cheeseburger version.
Use spicy pickles and a few jalapeños for a spicy Big Mac poutine.
Serve the special sauce on the side if you are making this for a crowd and want everyone to build their own plate.
What to Serve with Big Mac Poutine
This is a filling meal on its own, but it is especially good with a simple side salad, creamy coleslaw, or fresh fruit. For a full party spread, serve it alongside wings, dips, and more easy ground beef recipes.
Big Mac Inspired Poutine with Special Sauce
Crispy fries loaded with seasoned ground beef, cheese curds, shredded lettuce, pickles, onions, sesame seeds, and creamy homemade special sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer, Dinner
- Method: BAKED
- Cuisine: American, French Canadian
Ingredients
For the poutine
- 1 (28- to 32-ounce) bag frozen steak fries or hand-cut fries
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon seasoned salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 ½ cups cheese curds
- 1 cup finely shredded iceberg lettuce
- ½ cup chopped dill pickles
- ¼ cup finely diced white onion
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
For the special sauce
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
- 1 teaspoon dill pickle brine
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Bake or air fry the fries according to the package directions until deep golden and crisp.
- While the fries cook, brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Drain excess grease.
- Stir Worcestershire sauce, onion powder, garlic powder, seasoned salt, and black pepper into the beef. Cook for 1 more minute.
- In a small bowl, whisk together all special sauce ingredients until smooth.
- Arrange the hot fries on a large platter. Scatter cheese curds over the fries, then spoon the warm seasoned beef on top.
- Finish with shredded lettuce, chopped pickles, diced onion, sesame seeds, and a generous drizzle of special sauce. Serve immediately with extra sauce on the side.
Notes
Use thick-cut steak fries or homemade hand-cut fries so they stay crisp under the toppings. Assemble right before serving—adding the lettuce and special sauce at the last minute keeps everything fresh and crunchy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this traditional poutine?
No. Traditional Canadian poutine is made with fries, cheese curds, and gravy. This is a fun cheeseburger-inspired version with Big Mac-style toppings and special sauce.
Can I make it ahead of time?
The beef and sauce can be made ahead, but assemble the poutine just before serving so the fries stay crisp.
What cheese is best for Big Mac poutine?
Cheese curds are best for the poutine-style feel, but shredded cheddar, Colby Jack, or American cheese also work well.
Final Thoughts
This Big Mac inspired poutine is the kind of easy, messy, loaded dinner everyone gathers around. The crispy fries, warm seasoned beef, pickles, lettuce, cheese curds, and tangy special sauce give you all the best cheeseburger flavors in one crowd-pleasing platter.
