Description
A creamy and tangy homemade cocktail sauce made with mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, and chili sauce, perfect for burgers, fries, sandwiches, and snacks.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup thick mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons tomato ketchup
- 1 tablespoon mustard paste
- 1 tablespoon chili sauce or 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice or vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon honey or sugar (optional)
- Pinch of salt
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise and tomato ketchup until smooth and creamy.
- Add mustard paste and chili sauce or red chili flakes, stirring well.
- Mix in lemon juice or vinegar for tanginess.
- Add garlic powder, black pepper, and a pinch of salt. Stir thoroughly.
- If desired, add honey or sugar for a slightly sweeter flavor.
- Fold in the chopped parsley.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more chili sauce for extra heat or ketchup for sweetness.
- Cover and refrigerate for 15 to 20 minutes before serving.
- Serve with burgers, fries, nuggets, sandwiches, wraps, or fried snacks.
Notes
- Chilling the sauce helps the flavors blend together beautifully.
- Use fresh garlic instead of garlic powder for a stronger flavor.
- Smoked paprika can be added for a smoky twist.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Do not freeze, as mayonnaise-based sauces may separate after thawing.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
