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    House Sauce

    Published: Sep 4, 2023 · Modified: Jan 21, 2025 by Hinz

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    This restaurant's signature House Sauce Recipe is packed with creamy, salty, savory, hot, and, spicy notes. It’s perfect for dipping, slathering on burgers, and sandwiches, or even drizzling over meat and fish. With just a few basic ingredients, this sauce can take any meal to the next level!

    house sauce

    For those looking to create an exceptional sauce, house sauce is undoubtedly the ideal choice. Its adaptability allows it to complement a variety of occasions seamlessly. Whether served alongside appetizers at a dinner gathering, enjoyed with snacks during tea time, or included in your party menu, this sauce consistently enhances the dining experience.

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    • What is House Sauce?
    • Why Do I Love This Recipe?
    • Ingredients
    • How To Make House Sauce
    • Watch Recipe
    • Tips and Variations
    • How to Store House Sauce
    • What to Serve With House Sauce?
    • Q & A
    • More Sauce Recipes
    • House Sauce

    This easy-to-make House Sauce is a game changer for your meals, requiring just a few simple ingredients. Its unique blend of subtle tang and creamy sweetness creates a delicious dip that pairs beautifully with fried chicken, burgers, sandwiches, and crispy fries. Elevate your culinary creations with this amazing sauce recipe.

    What is House Sauce?

    House sauce, commonly known as fry sauce, yum yum sauce, or a dipping sauce for French fries, has become quite popular. This delightful condiment is a well-kept secret in many restaurants, known for its unique blend of flavors. It features a harmonious mix of rich mayonnaise and zesty ketchup, enhanced by a dash of Worcestershire sauce, a hint of fresh lemon juice, and a medley of piquant spices, resulting in an aioli that is simply captivating.

    This recipe offers great versatility and can be customized to enhance a variety of main courses. It is frequently used in sandwiches or as a classic burger sauce that elevates the overall taste. Additionally, it pairs wonderfully as a side dish with baked entrees. I find it to be an excellent dipping sauce for French fries.

    Many restaurants around the world offer their distinct interpretations of this sauce, blending unique flavors to develop their signature or original recipes.

    This homemade House Sauce recipe is exceptional, offering a rich, creamy, and savory flavor with a hint of spice. It serves as an ideal accompaniment for burgers, sandwiches, and fries, enhancing your meals with its delightful taste.

    house sauce

    Why Do I Love This Recipe?

    You’ll find countless reasons to love this recipe!

    This 5-minute sauce is made from a delightful mix of ingredients that create a rich, creamy, sweet, and savory flavor, making it a perfect accompaniment for snacks and appetizers.

    Prepare with pantry staples – you won’t have to dash to the store; everything you need is likely already in your kitchen.

    Global Dipping Sauce: As a global favorite, it’s hard to find someone who doesn’t enjoy that luscious, creamy taste. It pairs wonderfully with a wide range of dishes, and people everywhere adore it.

    Easy to Customize (DIY): You can tweak the recipe by adding your favorite ingredients to make it your own.

    When I prepare hot chicken, I always enjoy pairing it with this house sauce, as it significantly elevates the dish's flavor. Additionally, it serves as an excellent secret sauce for burgers.

    Ingredients

    Mayonnaise: Go for the classic creamy thick mayonnaise for your recipe. If you're looking for alternatives, consider using Greek yogurt, mustard, avocado, or hummus as substitutes. Alternatively, you can make your mayo if you prefer a personal touch.

    Ketchup: It will bring a delightful blend of sweetness and tanginess to the sauce. Whether you choose classic tomato ketchup or one infused with garlic and chili, the flavor combination is simply perfect..

    Hot Sauce: Add it as a condiment to enhance the dipping flavor. This sauce can be substituted with chili garlic tomato ketchup.

    Worchester Sauce: It’s sweet and spicy with a strong umami flavor. Best substitute is soya sauce.

    Fresh Lemon: A squeeze of fresh lemon will add a citric flavor to the sauce. This is quite optional as per the taste.

    Smoked Paprika: Best condiment to enhance the flavor! don't replace it with regular paprika.

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    How To Make House Sauce

    It's easy to make this sauce within 2 minutes.

    Gather all the ingredients in a deep bowl and whisk them well until they form a one-tone homogenous texture. That's it!

    Now the deliciously rich and creamy sauce is now ready to enjoy. You can prepare it ahead of time and keep it in a cool spot for later use.

    Make it before time and store it in a cool place.

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    Tips and Variations

    • It's easy to manage the spice level in this sauce. If you like to increase the heat then increase the quantity of hot sauce and add a pinch of cayenne. I have tried the version with Cajun and Chipotle seasoning.
    • To make it kids friendly, keep the spice level at low side.
    • To make the perfect combination take the double quantity of mayo than ketchup.
    • If you like to add a strong citrus flavor then substitute the fresh lemon with pickle brine or relish.
    • To add a pinching smoky flavor use BBQ sauce along with smoked paprika.
    • Healthy version is always accepted by masses. I love to make it with Greek yogurt and my whole family love this idea to avoid mayo.
    • If you are planning a party, make it ahead of time to save time in kitchen.

    How to Store House Sauce

    Since this is a homemade blend of various sauces and spices, it's important to keep it in the refrigerator at a temperature of 40°F (7°C) in a sealed container. This will help maintain its freshness and flavor. You can expect it to stay good for about 3 to 4 days.

    When using this homemade sauce, be careful to use a dry spoon to scoop it out, as the wet spoon can introduce bacteria and spoil the mixture. By following these simple storage tips, you can enjoy your delicious creation while keeping it safe and tasty!

    [Note]: It's best to avoid freezing the sauce. Freezing can alter its texture and flavor, which might not give you the results you’re hoping for when you thaw it out later. Instead, consider storing it in the refrigerator for a fresher taste.

    What to Serve With House Sauce?

    It's a great sauce to serve with variety of recipes. Here are few ideas:

    Serve as a French Fries Dip: Try with oven baked french fries, cajun fries, roasted potatoes, cutlets, and hash brown.

    Best to pair up with snack and appetizers.

    Always makes a best taste with baked chicken, salmon, veggies and corns.

    Use as spread with sandwich and burger.

    Best to serve with savory waffles.

    Q & A

    What is the secret ingredient of house sauce?

    There isn't a hidden ingredient that stands out as a secret. Instead, it's a versatile sauce that each café and restaurant prepares in their unique style. If you're a fan of a spicier kick, consider using Cajun or Creole seasoning, or simply boost the amount of cayenne pepper. This spicy twist pairs wonderfully with seafood dishes.

    Is it house sauce spicy?

    This sauce is inherently spicy, but you can easily control the heat by adjusting the amount of hot sauce and peppers you use. This way, you can tailor it to your taste preferences without sacrificing flavor.

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    For a comprehensive selection of the newest dips and sauces, be sure to explore the sauce and dip category. Here are some recommended sauce ideas to serve for dinner. steak sauce, Parmesan sauce, hot honey sauce.

    A white bowl brimming with house sauce is captured in a shot, showcasing the delightful moment of sauce being poured from a spoon into the bowl.
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    House Sauce

    This restaurant's signature house sauce recipe is packed with creamy, salty, savory, hot, and, spicy notes. It’s perfect for dipping, slathering on burgers, and sandwiches, or even drizzling over meat and fish. With just a few basic ingredients, this sauce can take any meal to the next level!
    Course dip, Sauce
    Cuisine American, International
    Keyword house sauce
    Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
    Total Time 5 minutes minutes
    Servings 3 Persons
    Calories 95kcal

    Ingredients

    • 1 Cup Mayonnaise
    • 2 tablespoon Ketchup Regular
    • 2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
    • 2 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
    • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
    • 2 teaspoon Hot Sauce
    • ⅓ teaspoon Fresh Lemon Juice

    Instructions

    • Gather all the ingredients in a deep bowl and whisk it well until it forms a one tone homogenous texture. That's it!
      A side view captures all the sauces beautifully arranged in a bowl, while another angle reveals the finished product of the house sauce, showcasing its delightful appearance.
    • The rich and creamy sauce is ready to serve.
    • Make it before time and store it in cool place.

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    Notes

    • Managing the spice level in this sauce is a breeze. If you prefer a bit more heat, simply add more hot sauce and a dash of cayenne pepper. I've experimented with Cajun and Chipotle seasonings as well. For a kid-friendly version,
    • It's best to keep the spice to a minimum.
    • For the ideal flavor balance, use twice as much mayonnaise as ketchup.
    • If you're looking to infuse a zesty citrus kick, consider swapping out fresh lemon for pickle brine or relish.
    • To introduce a subtle smoky essence, mix in some BBQ sauce along with smoked paprika.
    • A healthier alternative is always a hit with everyone. I enjoy making it with Greek yogurt, and my family appreciates the option to skip the mayo.
    • If you're hosting a party, prepare this sauce in advance. It will help to save time in the kitchen.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 15g | Calories: 95kcal

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    1. Hinz

      September 04, 2023 at 8:23 pm

      5 stars
      Quick and easy restaurant's secret house sauce prepared with a combination of different sauces. Do you make it at home to serve as side dish?

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