Description
This classic burger sauce combines creamy mayonnaise with tangy ketchup and mustard, enhanced by sweet pickle relish and aromatic spices. Perfect as a flavorful condiment for burgers, sandwiches, or as a dipping sauce, this easy-to-make sauce takes just 5 minutes to prepare and adds the ideal balance of creamy, tangy, and slightly sweet flavors.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine wet ingredients: In a medium bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, ketchup, and yellow mustard until smooth and evenly blended.
- Add relish and spices: Stir in the sweet pickle relish, white vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika to the bowl, ensuring all ingredients are thoroughly incorporated.
- Mix thoroughly: Blend all components well until the sauce is uniform in texture and color.
- Season to taste: Add salt and freshly ground black pepper according to your preference and mix again.
- Chill: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate the sauce for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and deepen before serving.
Notes
- For best flavor, prepare the sauce at least 30 minutes ahead of time.
- Store the sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Adjust seasoning or relish quantity to taste for a milder or tangier sauce.
- This sauce works great not only on burgers but also as a dip for fries or veggies.
