Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup mayonnaise, high-quality
- 1/2 cup ketchup, organic if possible
- 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard, smooth
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, unfiltered
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce, vegetarian if needed
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, adjust to taste
- 1 teaspoon paprika, sweet or smoked
Instructions
- Set out all your ingredients on the counter.
- In a medium bowl, add one cup of mayonnaise and half a cup of ketchup.
- Using a whisk (or fork), blend these two together until they achieve a lovely peachy hue.
- Add three tablespoons of Dijon mustard and two tablespoons of apple cider vinegar into the bowl.
- Whisk until everything is well incorporated; it should look smooth and inviting.
- Sprinkle in one teaspoon each of garlic powder and cayenne pepper.
- Follow with two teaspoons of Worcestershire sauce and one teaspoon of paprika.
- Stir vigorously until all flavors meld perfectly together.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer your SOUTHERN-COMEBACK SAUCE into an airtight container.
- Refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
- Garnish with freshly chopped herbs if desired.
- Serve alongside crispy veggies, grilled chicken, or slathered on sandwiches.
Notes
Store your leftover sauce airtight. It will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to a week.
For best results, gently reheat on low. This preserves the creamy texture without breaking the sauce.
Serve as a dip with fries. It also pairs wonderfully with seafood or grilled chicken.
Adjust spice levels to preference. Experiment with more hot sauce for an extra kick!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Method: Mix
Nutrition
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg