I’ve been making homemade tartar sauce since I was a teenager working in our family catfish restaurant and this version is our absolute favorite. The best part is that it takes less than five minutes to make!

Why You Will Love this Recipe

• 2 step recipe with simple ingredients that you probably have on hand.
• This sauce is guaranteed to be better than any store-bought version.
• A great compliment to any fish dinner, crab cakes, fried shrimp or your favorite seafood dishes.

Ingredients for Tartar Sauce

• Real Mayonnaise – if you are a fan of Miracle Whip, you can use that.
• Dill Pickle Relish or Sweet Pickle Relish – adds the classic texture and crunch.
• Capers – Find these near the pickles at any grocery store. They add tangy, briny flavor.
• Lemon Juice – use fresh if you can.
• Dried Dill – or fresh dill if you have it, to add the signature flavor to tartar sauce.
• Granulated Garlic – adds depth of flavor and compliments the dill.
• Black Pepper – adds just enough spiciness.
• Worcestershire Sauce – adds savory flavor to balance out the creaminess of the mayo.
• Kosher Salt – for flavor.

How to Make the Best Tartar Sauce

1. In a bowl, add mayonnaise, pickle relish, capers, lemon juice, dill, garlic, salt, pepper and Worcestershire sauce.
2. Whisk together until well combined.
3. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Easy Variations

• Add any fresh herbs that you have on hand. Fresh parsley, cilantro or thyme would be great additions.
• Capers are optional. They add a salty, briny flavor but can be skipped if you don’t have them on hand.
• If you love horseradish, it can really add a lot of flavor to your tartar sauce.
• Add chopped shallot or green onions for a mild onion kick.
• If you like a spicy kick, you can always stir in a few diced pickled jalapeños.

Serving Suggestions

• Fish Sticks or salmon cakes are a weeknight favorite with the entire family. They are so simple to make at home, quick and easy!
• Serve it as a dip for fries or hush puppies.
• Grilled Fish Tacos are smoky and delicious and can be topped with tartar sauce for extra flavor.
• Fried Fish Sandwich from Foodie Crush – I’m craving it now!
• Stir it into tuna salad for extra tang and more flavor.

Tartar Sauce is so easy to make from scratch. Use the ingredients you have on hand. I recommend refrigerating your tartar sauce for an hour or so to let the flavors really come together. However, if you are in a rush, just mix it up while you are cooking the fish. It will still be delicious.

Have you tried this Tartar Sauce recipe? Leave a comment and a star rating to let others know how it turned out.

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Tartar Sauce

Easy Tartar Sauce is the best addition to any fish dinner. A creamy sauce with capers, pickle relish and herbs. This traditional tartar sauce is so simple to make at home with pantry staples, you'll never have to buy it again. 

Course Condiments

Cuisine American

Keyword homemade tartar sauce, sauce for fish and shrimp, tartar sauce recipe

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 16

Calories 100kcal

Author Milisa

Ingredients

• 1 cup mayonnaise
• ¼ cup pickle relish
• 1 tablespoon capers
• 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon dried dill
• ½ teaspoon granulated garlic
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• ¼ teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

• Add mayonnaise into a small bowl with pickle relish and capers, lemon juice, dill, garlic, pepper, salt and Worcestershire sauce.
• Whisk until mixed well.
• Store in an airtight container in refrigerator until ready to serve.

Notes

Can be refrigerated for up to two weeks in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 100kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 183mg | Potassium: 12mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 20IU | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 0.1mg

More Homemade Sauces for Seafood Dishes

Blooming Onion Sauce

Cocktail Sauce

Shrimp Sauce

Horseradish Sauce

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We have made hot honey using hot sauce but I think it’s even better using chili flakes. We made a big batch and we have been eating it on everything this week. Once you see how easy it is, you’ll make it over and over again.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Only three ingredients in this spicy condiment and it’s ready in minutes.
• Adds a flavorful kick to just about any dish.
• Keeps well in your pantry for instant flavor anytime.

Ingredients for Hot Honey

• Honey – use local honey if possible
• Red pepper flakes – any dried chiles or even black pepper
• Apple cider vinegar – you won’t really taste the intense vinegar flavor but adding it compliments the sweet honey

How to Make Homemade Hot Honey Recipe

1. Warm the honey: Add honey and red pepper flakes to a saucepan and heat over medium heat until it becomes thin and pourable.

2. Simmer gently: Cook for about 3–5 minutes, stirring occasionally. You don’t want the honey to boil, just to warm enough to let the flavors blend.
3. Cool and strain: Remove from the heat and stir in the apple cider vinegar, mixing well. Let it cool slightly. Strain out the pepper flakes using a fine mesh strainer if you prefer a smoother honey or leave them in for extra heat and visual appeal.

4. Store: Pour the hot honey mixture into a clean glass jar or bottle and keep it at room temperature. It will stay fresh for several months.

Uses for Hot Honey

• Appetizers: Charcuterie Boards, Cheese Boards or hot honey chicken wings
• Side Dishes: Drizzle over avocado, sweet potatoes, roasted carrots or corn on the cob
• Fruits: Drizzle over any fresh fruit or over watermelon salad or pineapple cucumber salad
• Main Dishes: Fried Chicken Strips, Hot Honey Salmon, Bacon, Pulled Pork, Hot Honey Shrimp Bowls
• Breads: Cornbread, Buttermilk Biscuits or Amish White Bread
• Drinks: Honey is a great way to garnish the rim of cocktails or stir it into your favorite hot toddy

This simple Hot Honey Recipe adds instant flavor to any meal. It’s the perfect homemade condiment to spice up your weeknight dinners or snacks.

If you make it, be sure to leave a comment and star rating below! I’d love to hear how you used it and what you paired it with.

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Hot Honey Recipe

Sweet, spicy, and easy to make! This Hot Honey Recipe takes just 3 ingredients and adds instant flavor to pizza, chicken, biscuits and more.

Course Condiments

Cuisine American

Keyword hot honey sauce, spicy honey

Cook Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 72

Calories 44kcal

Author Milisa

Ingredients

• 36 ounces honey
• 3 tablespoons red pepper flakes or more to taste
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

Instructions

• Pour honey and chili flakes into a pan and cook over low heat, stirring often. Cook for 3-5 minutes or until honey is thin and pourable. You just want to simmer the honey, do not bring it to a boil.
• Remove from heat and stir in apple cider vinegar. Cool slightly.
• Strain chili flakes if desired or leave them in for a spicier kick.
• Pour cooled honey into a glass jar or bottle and cover.
• Store at room temperature up to a few months.

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Notes

• Start with a small amount of red pepper flakes and adjust to your spice preference.
• For smoky depth, add a pinch of chipotle powder or smoked paprika.
• Use a mild, light-colored honey for a more balanced flavor or try a darker honey for a richer taste.
• Drizzle over appetizers, roasted vegetables, pizza, fried chicken or your favorite breads.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoon | Calories: 44kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 0.05g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 6mg | Potassium: 14mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 99IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 0.1mg

More Honey Recipes You’ll Love

Hot Honey Jalapeno Popper Pizza

Honey Garlic Chicken Stir Fry

Honey Garlic Meatballs

Honey Mustard Sauce

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I’ve always said dipping sauces could be their own food group for our family and this shrimp sauce is a new favorite. It’s a cross between the Yum-Yum sauce from hibachi restaurants and the classic cocktail sauce.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Quick and easy – ready in about 5 minutes with pantry staples.
• Versatile – perfect with fried shrimp or grilled shrimp, but also great with chicken strips or french fries.
• Make ahead friendly – flavors get even better after chilling.

Ingredients for Shrimp Sauce Recipe

• Mayonnaise
• Ketchup
• Butter
• Rice vinegar
• Maple syrup
• Hot sauce Louisiana or Tabasco
• Worcestershire sauce
• Horseradish
• Granulated garlic
• Onion powder
• Smoked paprika
• Kosher salt

How to Make Shrimp Sauce

1. Combine ingredients
   In a mixing bowl, add mayonnaise, ketchup, rice vinegar, maple syrup, hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, horseradish, granulated garlic, onion powder, smoked paprika, and kosher salt.
2. Whisk until smooth
   Use a whisk or spoon to stir until everything is fully incorporated and creamy.
3. Taste and adjust
   Add more hot sauce if you’d like it spicier, or a little extra maple syrup for more sweetness.
4. Chill before serving
   Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors come together.

Recipe Notes

• Storage: Keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 5 days. Stir before serving.
• Variations: Swap in honey for the maple syrup, or add a pinch of cayenne pepper for extra heat.
• Serving ideas: Use it as a dipping sauce for shrimp cocktail, drizzle it over seafood tacos, or spread it on a shrimp po’ boy sandwich. It’s also fantastic with crab cakes and tater tots.

This Shrimp Sauce is a quick win for seafood night and adds that extra layer of flavor that makes dinner feel like it came from your favorite restaurant.

If you give this shrimp dipping sauce recipe a try, let me know how you serve it up in the comments below. Don’t forget to rate the recipe after you try it!

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Shrimp Sauce

Creamy, tangy Shrimp Sauce is the perfect dip for fried or grilled shrimp. It’s also delicious with chicken tenders, French fries, or onion rings. Quick and easy to make with simple pantry ingredients.

Course Condiments

Cuisine American

Keyword Chick-Fil-A dipping sauce, yum yum sauce

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 12

Calories 155kcal

Author Milisa

Ingredients

• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 3 tablespoons ketchup
• 2 tablespoons butter melted
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon horseradish sauce
• 2 teaspoons pure maple syrup
• 3 dashes hot sauce
• 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
• 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

• In a mixing bowl, add mayonnaise, ketchup, melted butter, rice vinegar, maple syrup, hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, horseradish, granulated garlic, onion powder, smoked paprika, and kosher salt.
• Whisk together until smooth and creamy.
• Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes or until ready to serve.

Notes

Storage: Store shrimp sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 2 weeks. 

Make it Spicy: Add more hot sauce to taste or cayenne pepper for a peppery kick.

 

Nutrition

Calories: 155kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 0.4g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 13mg | Sodium: 386mg | Potassium: 42mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 173IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 7mg | Iron: 0.2mg

More Dipping Sauces You’ll Love

Blooming Onion Sauce

Cocktail Sauce

Tartar Sauce

Fry Sauce

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Quick Snapshot
Ready in: 40 minutes
Makes: About 4 pints
Great for: Canning season, summer BBQs, homemade gifts

How to Make Banana Pepper Relish

1. Slice banana peppers into thin rings or dice, discarding stems and seeds if desired for less heat.
2. In a large saucepan, add white vinegar, sugar, granulated garlic, mustard seed, celery seed, kosher salt and chili flakes. Stir to combine.

3. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
4. Add the sliced peppers and stir well.
5. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 12 minutes, stirring occasionally.

6. Carefully spoon hot relish into hot sterilized pint jars, leaving 1/4 inch of headspace.
7. Wipe the rims, then top with lids and rings, tightening just finger-tight.
8. Place jars into boiling water in a water bath canner, making sure they’re fully submerged.
9. Process for 15 minutes, then carefully remove and set aside to cool completely.
10. Check seals once cooled. Store sealed jars in a cool, dry place. Refrigerate any that didn’t seal.

If you’re not into canning, no worries—this Banana Pepper Relish can easily be made as a refrigerator relish. After cooking the peppers in the brine, simply spoon the hot mixture into clean jars, seal with lids and cool to room temperature before refrigerating. The flavor will continue to develop over a few days and it will keep well in the fridge for up to 3 months.

Give This Pepper Relish Recipe a Try!
This Banana Pepper Relish adds the best flavor to your favorite meals and totally irresistible. Perfect for preserving your summer harvest and giving as homemade gifts. If you try it, leave a comment and rating to let me know how it turned out!

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Banana Pepper Relish

Sweet, tangy and full of flavor, this easy Banana Pepper Relish is perfect for canning. A delicious topping for burgers, hot dogs, sandwiches and more.

Course Condiments

Cuisine American

Keyword banana pepper recipe, homemade relish

Prep Time 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time 25 minutes minutes

Total Time 45 minutes minutes

Servings 128

Calories 17kcal

Author Milisa

Ingredients

• 3 pounds banana peppers about 14 cups sliced
• 1 tablespoon kosher salt
• 2 cups white vinegar or apple cider vinegar
• 2 cups sugar
• 1 tablespoon granulated garlic
• 1 tablespoon mustard seed
• 1 tablespoon celery seed
• ½ tablespoon chili flakes

Instructions

• Combine vinegar, sugar, garlic celery seed, mustard seed and chili flakes in a large pot and bring to a boil.
• Stir in sliced peppers and simmer for 12 minutes. 
• Spoon hot relish into hot pint jars, leaving 1/4 inch space. 
• Top with lids and rings, just hand tight. 
• Place jars into boiling water and process for 15 minutes. 
• Remove jars and set aside to cool completely. 

Notes

Yield: This recipe should make 3-4 pints or 6-8 half pints. If using half pints, adjust processing time to 10 minutes. 

If you don’t want to do the water bath canning process, cool jars completely and refrigerate up to 3 months. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1Tablespoon | Calories: 17kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.04g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 57mg | Potassium: 30mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 45IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 0.1mg

More Canning Recipes to Try

• Sweet Pickle Relish is simple to make with your farmer’s market or garden produce and is the best for potato salad or topping for sandwiches.
• Candied Banana Peppers are a mild version of the Candied Jalapenos and so irresistible on tacos, burgers or add them to deviled eggs and potato salad.
• Squash Relish is a classic way to preserve summer squash or zucchini and it’s one of those things that just makes everything better!

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Two-in-One: Works as both a rich dipping sauce and a creamy salad dressing
• Smoky + Tangy Flavor: BBQ sauce adds depth to the classic ranch
• Quick & Easy: No fancy equipment—just a bowl and a whisk!

How to Make BBQ Ranch Dressing

• Add all ingredients to a bowl. Whisk until smooth and well combined.
• Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. For extra kick, add a pinch of cayenne or a dash of hot sauce.

Once you try this Barbecue Ranch Dressing, you’ll want to keep it stocked in your fridge at all times. It’s a total flavor booster for everything from grilled chicken to fresh garden salads. You’ll also want to check out all of our Genius Ways to Use Ranch Dressing Mix.

Whether you’re hosting a backyard BBQ or tossing together a quick lunch, this creamy, smoky sauce will be the star of the table. Give it a try and see why everyone needs a jar of this BBQ Ranch in their weekly rotation!

Tried this BBQ Ranch Recipe? Drop a comment and rating below to let me know how you served it!

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BBQ Ranch

BBQ Ranch is the ultimate creamy, smoky sauce that doubles as a dipping sauce and salad dressing. Quick and easy to make with sour cream, buttermilk, BBQ sauce, mayo, and ranch mix—perfect for chicken tenders, fries, salads, and more!

Course Condiments

Cuisine American

Keyword creamy Italian salad dressing, dipping sauce, sauce for chicken

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 24

Calories 92kcal

Author Milisa

Ingredients

• ½ cup sour cream or Greek Yogurt
• ½ cup buttermilk substitute scant 1/2 cup milk + 1/2 tablespoon vinegar or lemon juice
• ½ cup bbq sauce
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 3 tablespoons ranch dressing mix or 1 packet

Instructions

• Add sour cream, buttermilk, bbq sauce, mayonnaise and ranch dressing mix to a medium sized bowl.
• Whisk together until smooth.
• Place in an airtight container and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Notes

Thinner Dressing? Add more buttermilk to reach your desired consistency.
Bolder BBQ Flavor? Add a little more BBQ sauce for extra smoky sweetness.
Spicy Option: Mix in a finely chopped chipotle pepper or a bit of adobo sauce.
Storage: Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 92kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 0.4g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 268mg | Potassium: 28mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 58IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 13mg | Iron: 0.1mg

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Whether you’re dunking chicken strips, topping a taco salad or scooping it up with tortilla chips, this easy homemade sauce brings the heat and the cool all in one bite.

Quick Snapshot

• Ready In: 5 minutes
• Servings: About 2 cups
• Best For: Game day snacks, taco night, weeknight dinners

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Bold flavor: Creamy with a jalapeño kick—it’s ranch with an upgrade!
• Quick & easy: Just blend, mix, and enjoy in 5 minutes flat.
• Versatile: Perfect as a dip, dressing or taco topper.

Ingredients You’ll Need for Jalapeno Ranch Recipe

• Sour cream
• Pickled jalapeños
• Mayonnaise
• Ranch dressing mix
• Granulated garlic
• Kosher salt
• Black pepper
• Fresh cilantro

Step-by-Step Instructions for Jalapeno Ranch Dressing

1. Blend the sour cream and jalapeños: Add sour cream and pickled jalapeños to a food processor or blender. Blend until smooth.

2. Mix the base ingredients: In a medium bowl, stir together mayonnaise, ranch seasoning, garlic, salt, and pepper. Stir in the blended jalapeño mixture until well combined.
3. Add Cilantro: Chop fresh cilantro and fold it into the ranch for that fresh herb flavor.

Recipe Tips & Variations

• Fresh Jalapenos: Use fresh jalapenos if desired and add 1 tablespoon of lime juice.
• Consistency: For a thinner dressing, add a splash of milk or buttermilk.
• Make Ahead: Tastes even better after chilling for 30 minutes.
• Storage: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
• For more ranch inspiration check out all of our Genius Ways to Use Ranch Dressing Mix.

Whip up a batch of this Jalapeño Ranch and watch it disappear—it’s that good! Don’t forget to leave a rating and comment if you give it a try!

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Jalapeno Ranch

This homemade Jalapeño Ranch is bold, creamy, and packed with flavor! A quick dip or dressing ready in 5 minutes with pickled jalapeños and fresh cilantro.

Course Condiments

Cuisine American

Keyword spicy ranch

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 16

Calories 120kcal

Author Milisa

Ingredients

• 1 cup pickled jalapeno slices
• ½ cup sour cream
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 3 tablespoons ranch dressing mix or 1 packet
• 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• ½ teaspoon fresh ground pepper
• ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped

Instructions

• Add sour cream and pickled jalapeños to a food processor or blender. Blend until smooth.
• In a medium bowl, stir together mayonnaise, ranch seasoning, garlic, salt, and pepper.
• Stir in the blended jalapeño mixture until well combined.
• Fold in cilantro.
• Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve or serve immediately.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 5 days.

Use fresh jalapenos if desired, add 1 tablespoon lime juice to the mixture.

Nutrition

Calories: 120kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 0.4g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 590mg | Potassium: 33mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 216IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 0.2mg

More Recipes You Will Love

• Peppercorn Ranch is a delicious ranch dressing that is perfect for your favorite salads, chicken strips or dunking fries and pizza.
• Blooming Onion Sauce is a copycat of the famous Outback sauce and it is so easy to make at home!
• Candied Jalapenos are great for topping burgers, tacos and anything that needs a spicy kick!
• Fried Jalapenos are crispy and delicious! Perfect for a quick appetizer or side for burgers and chicken.
• Garlic Parmesan Wing Sauce is always a favorite for wings or chicken tenders.

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Blooming Onion Sauce ~ Onion Ring Sauce

Deep fried foods and dipping sauce go hand in hand and this copycat Outback sauce is our favorite for onion rings or onion petals. It’s so simple to make with ingredients you probably have on hand or can find easily at any grocery store.

We love making Blooming Onion appetizers and when we make Air Fryer Onion Rings, we just had to have blooming onion sauce to dip them in. We also love making this quick and easy sauce for French Fries, Onion Strings, Beer Battered Onion Rings and Air Fryer Tater Tots.

Ingredients Needed for Outback Bloomin Onion Sauce

• Ketchup
• Mayonnaise
• Prepared Horseradish Sauce – find it in the condiment isle at any grocery store. It’s the secret ingredient to duplicating the famous sauce with a kick.
• Granulated Garlic
• Smoked Paprika
• Ground Cumin
• Dried Oregano
• Kosher Salt
• Black Pepper

Step By Step Instructions for Blooming Onion Sauce Recipe

1. In a small bowl, add mayonnaise, ketchup, horseradish sauce, garlic, smoked paprika, cumin, oregano, salt and pepper.

2. Stir together until well combined.
3. Cover and refrigerate about 30 minutes before serving. Sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 2 weeks.

4. Serve with onion rings or favorite fried foods.

This makes a small batch, really just enough for four servings and it keeps well, so don’t hesitate to make a double batch. It’s good for dipping your favorite fried foods including fried chicken strips, fried shrimp and don’t forget the deep fried okra. We just can’t get enough of it.

I often say that sauces could be their own food group at our house, so much that we even owned our own BBQ sauce business back in the days before we were food bloggers and now we’ve started another BBQ Brand with our Out Grilling site.

What Readers are Saying

We are constantly coming up with new flavor combinations and each one seems to be my new favorite. We’ve been making Outback sauce for ages and finally wrote it down to share.

We live about 2 hours away from the nearest Outback Steakhouse so we enjoy making this copycat recipe at home. It’s a great recipe to have on hand for all of your favorite deep fried snacks and appetizers.

If you love homemade onion rings give this easy Copycat Blooming Onion Sauce recipe a try. You can even make it ahead to have on hand when the craving strikes.

Have you tried this Blooming Onion Sauce recipe? Leave a comment and rating below, we love to hear how you liked it.

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Blooming Onion Sauce

Blooming Onion Sauce is a copycat version of the Outback Steakhouse dipping sauce perfect for their famous bloomin onion. A flavorful sauce that is simple to make with pantry ingredients.

Course Condiments

Cuisine American

Keyword Bloomin onion sauce, onion ring sauce, Outback sauce

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Additional Time 30 minutes minutes

Total Time 35 minutes minutes

Servings 4 servings

Calories 218kcal

Author Milisa

Ingredients

• ½ cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons ketchup
• 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish sauce
• ½ teaspoon granulated garlic
• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
• ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
• ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
• ½ teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

• In a small bowl combine mayonnaise, ketchup, horseradish, garlic, smoked paprika, cumin, oregano, salt and pepper. Mix until well combined.
• Cover and refrigerate at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Sauce can be made ahead and stored in refrigerated up to 2 weeks in an airtight container.

Double as needed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 218kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 17g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 565mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g

 More of Our Favorite Dipping Sauces

• Cocktail Sauce is great for seafood and hushpuppies and is another favorite to make with horseradish.
• Shrimp Sauce is a cross between the classic cocktail sauce and yum yum sauce and is so good with fried or grilled shrimp and even chicken and fries.
• Homemade Barbecue Sauce is so good that we put it on everything, especially grilling recipes.
• Burger Sauce is another favorite that is like a kicked up version of McDonald’s secret sauce. It’s good on fries too!
• Fry Sauce is an irresistible dip for fries, onion strings and even chicken strips!
• Honey Mustard Sauce is one of our go-to dipping sauces for air fryer chicken tenders, tater tots and fries.

Originally shared in October of 2021, updated with photos and helpful tips.

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Fry Sauce is the best dipping sauce for French Fries, Fried Okra, Onion Rings, Fried Pickles, Okra Fritters and Chicken Strips. It’s so easy to mix together and a great addition to your favorite fried foods.

Ingredients for Homemade Fry Sauce

• Ketchup
• Mayonnaise
• Worcestershire Sauce
• Granulated Garlic
• Onion Powder
• Salt
• Black pepper

How to Make Fry Sauce

1. Add ketchup, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, granulated garlic, onion powder, salt and pepper to a bowl.

2. Whisk until combined.
3. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes or until ready to serve.

4. Serve with fries.

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Recipe Notes and Variations

• Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 2 weeks.
• Make it Spicy: Add 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the mixture.
• Make it Sweet: Add 1/4 cup granulated sugar to the mixture.

More Delicious Dipping Sauces to Try

• Blooming Onion Sauce
• Chick Fil A Sauce
• Honey Mustard Sauce
• Dr Pepper BBQ Sauce
• Shrimp Sauce

Whip up a batch of famous Fry Sauce for a classic dip that is perfect for fries, onion strings or spread on sandwiches. It’s an easy recipe with just a few pantry ingredients and is just as delicious as your favorite drive-thru sauce.

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Fry Sauce

Fry Sauce is the classic dipping sauce that is so simple to make at home with just a few ingredients. Everyone's favorite drive-thru condiment for fries and more.

Course Condiments

Cuisine American

Keyword campfire sauce, dipping sauce, famous fry sauce

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 8

Calories 229kcal

Author Milisa

Ingredients

• 1 cup ketchup
• 1 cup mayonnaise (not Miracle Whip)
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon granulated garlic
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

• In a bowl add ketchup, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, granulated garlic, onion powder, salt and powder.
• Whisk together until smooth.
• Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes or until ready to serve.

Notes

• Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 2 weeks.
• Make it Spicy: Add 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the mixture.
• Make it Sweet: Add 1/4 cup granulated sugar to the mixture.

 

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoons | Calories: 229kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 13g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 624mg | Potassium: 129mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 174IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 0.4mg

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We have an abundance of cucumbers from the garden this year and Sweet Pickle Relish is one of my favorite ways to preserve our garden cucumbers, sweet peppers and onions. 

Pickles can be a little tricky to preserve but with pickle relish you don’t have to worry about keeping it crunchy. We use lots of pickle relish on our favorite burgers, hot dogs and sandwiches. Pickle relish is a key ingredient for our favorite Turkey Salad.

How to Make Sweet Pickle Relish Recipe

1. Wash and dry cucumbers and red peppers.
2. Cut cucumbers into chunks. Remove seeds if desired.
3. Remove stems, seeds and membranes of red peppers and cut into chunks. 
4. Peel onions, removing ends and cut into chunks. 
5. Place cucumbers into a food processor and pulse until finely chopped. Measure six cups of chopped cucumbers and place in a large bowl.
6. Add red peppers to food processor and pulse until finely chopped. Measure 2 cups of chopped peppers and add to cucumbers. 
7. Next add onions to processor and pulse until finely chopped. Measure 2 cups of chopped onions and add to cucumbers.
8. Add kosher salt to vegetables and stir to combine well. 
9. Cover with ice water and set aside for 2 hours.
10. Drain, rinse well and drain thoroughly.
11. Combine sugar, vinegar, celery seed and mustard seed in a large stock pot and bring to a boil.
12. Stir in vegetables and simmer for 10 minutes.
13. Spoon hot relish into hot pint jars, leaving 1/4 inch space. Use a skewer or butter knife, placing down into the filled jars several times to remove any air bubbles. 
14. Wipe the tops of the jars with a clean, damp cloth. Top with lids and rings, just hand tight. 
15. Place jars into boiling water and process for 15 minutes  in the hot water bath. 
16. Remove jars and set aside to cool completely. 

Recipe Notes

• Yield: This recipe should make 3-4 pints or 6-8 half pints. If using half pints, adjust processing time to 10 minutes. 
• Too Much Liquid: I adapted this recipe from the Ball Canning Cookbook. After making it several times and the feedback from others, I increased the amount of cucumbers the original recipe calls for. If you have too much liquid, simply strain off any excess and discard it or use it for quick refrigerator pickles.

Learning to preserve our garden produce has been on my list for quite some time. Luckily my mother in law was kind enough to teach me how. We made this recipe from her Ball Blue Book canning guide.

There are a few steps to canning recipes but they are totally worthwhile. Growing our own food and preserving it to enjoy throughout the year is very satisfying.

​Squash Relish is another favorite recipe for homemade relish and we grow tons of jalapenos to make Candied Jalapenos. We also love this Banana Pepper Relish for sandwiches. They are so good we have trouble making enough!

Recipes Using Sweet Relish

• Classic Potato Salad
• Tartar Sauce
• Burger Sauce
• Egg Salad, Tuna Salad and Chicken Salad

The tangy flavor of this sweet relish recipe will add a whole new level of deliciousness to your favorite salads, dressings and sandwiches without any artificial colors or artificial flavors. Homemade sweet relish is simple to make and the best way to make the most of cucumber season.

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Sweet Pickle Relish

Homemade Sweet Pickle Relish is so simple to make and a great way to enjoy your garden fresh cucumbers all year long! 

Course Condiments

Cuisine American

Keyword homemade relish, pickle relish

Prep Time 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time 25 minutes minutes

Additional Time 2 hours hours

Total Time 2 hours hours 45 minutes minutes

Servings 4 pints

Calories 25kcal

Author Milisa

Ingredients

• 6 cups finely chopped cucumbers
• 2 cups finely chopped sweet peppers red or yellow
• 2 cups finely chopped onion
• ¼ cup kosher salt
• 3 ½ cups sugar
• 2 cups cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon mustard seed
• 1 tablespoon celery seed

Instructions

• Place coarse chopped cucumbers into food processor and pulse until finely chopped. Measure six cups of chopped cucumbers and place in a large bowl.
• Place coarse chopped sweet peppers, seeds and membranes removed, into food processor and pulse until finely chopped. Measure 2 cups of chopped peppers and add to cucumbers. 
• Place coarse chopped onions to processor and pulse until finely chopped. Measure 2 cups of chopped onions and add to cucumbers. 
• Add kosher salt to vegetables and stir to combine well. 
• Cover with ice water and set aside for 2 hours. 
• Drain in a colander, rinse well and drain thoroughly. Squeeze out excess liquid if necessary
• Combine sugar, vinegar, celery seed and mustard seed in a large stock pot and bring to a boil.
• Stir in drained vegetables and simmer for 10 minutes. 
• Spoon hot relish into hot pint jars, leaving 1/4 inch space. 
• Top with lids and rings, just hand tight. 
• Place jars into boiling water and process for 15 minutes. 
• Remove jars and set aside to cool completely. 

Notes

Yield: This recipe should make 3-4 pints or 6-8 half pints. If using half pints, adjust processing time to 10 minutes. 

Too Much Liquid: I adapted this recipe from the Ball Canning cookbook and increased the amount of cucumbers the original recipe calls for. After making it several times and the feedback from others. If you have too much liquid, simply strain off any excess and discard it or use it for quick refrigerator pickles. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1Tablespoon | Calories: 25kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Sodium: 222mg | Sugar: 6g

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A few years ago my mom brought me a few jars of salsa that she had canned. The recipe came from my dad’s Aunt Carolyn, who happens to be one of the best cooks on the planet. It was the absolute best homemade salsa recipe!
I immediately asked for the recipe and Carolyn agreed to let me share it here with all of y’all. There’s a few steps but it is totally worth the time and effort. Canning is optional, so you can refrigerate this salsa and enjoy it immediately with tortilla chips.

Ingredients for Salsa

• Tomatoes – fresh tomatoes or canned tomatoes
• Onion – yellow onion or white onion
• Fresh Jalapenos
• Fresh Garlic
• White vinegar
• Granulated sugar
• Kosher salt

How to Make Homemade Salsa

1. Blanch fresh tomatoes, peel them, remove cores and roughly chop them. 
2. Roughly chop onion, jalapeños and mince garlic.
3. Add tomatoes, onion and jalapeños, garlic to a food processor and chop fine. 
4. Pour tomato mixture into a large pan or dutch oven.
5. Add vinegar, sugar and salt and stir to mix well. 
6. Bring mixture to a boil and cook, boiling for 1 hour. Stir often. 
7. Remove from burner and pour into clean canning jars. 

8. Follow standard canning methods or bring to room temperature and refrigerate in an airtight container or mason jar until ready to serve.

If you are looking for a salsa using fresh ingredients that is not cooked, try this super easy Pico de Gallo. We make it weekly with fresh tomatoes, red onion, jalapenos, garlic and fresh cilantro. It’s always a great appetizer or topping for a Mexican Fiesta.

Dishes to Serve with Homemade Salsa

• Brisket Tacos, Brisket Nachos and Brisket Taquitos are my favorites for leftover brisket and they go hand in hand with homemade salsa!
• Smoked Pork Carnitas are a huge hit with my family and we love topping our carnitas with salsa. 
• A few weeks ago, I made a batch of Epic Creamy Chicken Enchiladas and served them up with sour cream and lots of homemade salsa.
• This easy salsa is great on Burrito Bowls, Taco Salad and all of your favorite Mexican recipes.

For more Easy Appetizers, check out my list of over 45 favorites! Simple and delicious snacks for any party or entertaining for the holidays.

This easy salsa recipe is one of our go to snacks for summer and one of the things to make with our garden tomatoes and it reminds me of the salsa that comes from my favorite Mexican restaurant.

If you are looking for an easy homemade salsa recipe that makes a big batch, this is a great recipe made with simple ingredients that can be made into mild salsa or spicy salsa. The best salsa to add to your favorite Mexican food dinners.

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Homemade Salsa

Homemade Salsa made with fresh tomatoes, onions and jalapeños and garlic. The perfect batch for entertaining or for canning to enjoy all year long. The most flavorful and delicious homemade salsa we have ever tried.

Course Appetizers

Cuisine American

Keyword canned salsa, how to make salsa

Prep Time 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time 1 hour hour

Total Time 1 hour hour 20 minutes minutes

Servings 4 pints

Calories 11kcal

Author Milisa

Ingredients

• 8 cups chopped tomatoes
• 2 cups chopped onion
• 1 cup chopped jalapenos
• 4 cloves garlic minced
• 1 cup vinegar
• ¼ cup sugar
• ⅛ cup kosher salt

Instructions

• Blanch tomatoes in boiling water for 1 minute. Cool slightly and peel, core and chop.
• Add chopped tomatoes, onion, jalapeños, and garlic to a food processor and pulse until finely chopped.
• Add tomato mixture to a large pan or dutch oven.
• Stir in vinegar, sugar and salt.
• Bring mixture to a boil and cook at a medium boil for one hour, stirring occasionally.
• Spoon into jars, cleaning the tops of the jars before adding lids.
• Refrigerate until ready to serve.

To Can Salsa:

• 1. Place a canning rack in the bottom of a large canning pot. Set canning jars on the rack. Pour water into pan, filling until water is over the top of the jars. Heat to a slow boil and then simmer for 10 minutes. Keep jars warm as you prepare the salsa.
• 2. Sterilize jar lids in boiling water.
• 3. When salsa has cooked for 1 hour, stir well and spoon into jars leaving about 1/2 inch space at the top.
• 4. Wipe tops of jars with a clean cloth. Place lids on jars and screw on the rings being careful to not over tighten.
• 5. Place jars back into hot water on canning rack making sure water covers jars by at least an inch.
• 6. Bring to a rolling boil and process for 15 minutes.
• 7.Remove jars from the pan and set aside to cool. The lids will pop as the the jars seal.

Notes

Refrigerated Salsa should last in an airtight container up to 4 weeks. Canned salsa should last up to 1 year.

Substitute Canned Tomatoes: Use 4 – 14.5 ounce cans. I generally use diced tomatoes but any style like whole tomatoes or or stewed tomatoes will also work. Do not drain the tomatoes, and just follow the same instructions skipping the first step of blanching the tomatoes.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoons | Calories: 11kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Sodium: 214mg | Sugar: 2g

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