Description

This homemade house sauce is rich, creamy, and packed with savory, tangy, and slightly sweet flavors. Made with simple pantry ingredients, it’s a versatile condiment perfect for dipping, spreading, or drizzling over your favorite dishes. Whether you’re pairing it with fries, burgers, grilled meats, or fresh veggies, this signature sauce adds a delicious finishing touch. Plus, it’s quick to make and easily customizable to your taste!

Ingredients

Scale

½ cup mayonnaise – The creamy base of the sauce
2 tablespoons ketchup – Adds sweetness and color
1 tablespoon mustard – Provides a tangy depth of flavor
1 tablespoon pickle juice – Enhances acidity and balances richness
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce – Adds umami and complexity
1 teaspoon lemon juice – Brightens the flavors
½ teaspoon garlic powder – Infuses mild savory notes
½ teaspoon onion powder – Complements the garlic for depth
½ teaspoon paprika – Adds subtle smokiness and warmth
Salt and black pepper, to taste – Adjust seasoning as needed

Instructions

Prepare the Ingredients
- Measure all ingredients to ensure a smooth mixing process.
Combine the Base Ingredients
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, and mustard until fully blended.
Add the Flavor Enhancers
- Stir in pickle juice, Worcestershire sauce, and lemon juice, ensuring an even consistency.
Season the Sauce
- Mix in garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Whisk well to incorporate all the flavors.
Taste and Adjust
- Adjust seasoning, tanginess, or smokiness to your preference.
- Add more lemon juice for tang, paprika for smokiness, or pickle juice for acidity.
Refrigerate for Best Flavor
- Cover and let the sauce rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve and Enjoy
- Use the sauce as a dip, spread, or drizzle over your favorite dishes.

Notes

Spicy Variation: Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or hot sauce for a kick.
Healthier Option: Substitute Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
Storage: Keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 10 days.
Do Not Freeze: The mayonnaise base may separate when thawed.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Condiment
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
Calories: 90kcal
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 210mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 1.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 3g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 0.5g
Cholesterol: 5mg

Keywords: homemade house sauce, signature sauce, dipping sauce, burger sauce, creamy condiment