Easy Fry Sauce Recipe

If you like to eat dip sauce with fries, then this fry sauce is for you. In this article, I tried to share a fry sauce recipe, that goes well with french fry, chicken fry, etc I hope you like it.

If you’ve ever been to Utah or the surrounding states, you’ve probably heard of fry sauce – it’s a staple condiment and dipping sauce in this region. And if you haven’t tried it yet, you’re seriously missing out! I’ve been eating fry sauce my whole life and it’s still one of my all-time favorite sauces.

Homemade Fry Sauce

Fry sauce is a creamy, tangy sauce made by combining mayonnaise and ketchup, with some additional seasonings. In Argentina and Uruguay, a similar condiment is known as salsa golf (golf sauce). It’s the perfect dipping companion for french fries, onion rings, chicken strips – you name it! Fry sauce is easy to whip up and highly customizable to suit your tastes.

I’m going to share my go-to fry sauce recipe that makes 10 cups, enough for big gatherings, parties, or meal prepping for the week. I’ve spent years perfecting my signature fry sauce to get the perfect balance of flavors and creamy texture. This versatile sauce only requires a few simple ingredients that I always keep stocked in my pantry.

Once you learn how easy it is to make your fry sauce at home, you’ll never want to buy the store-bought kids again! Follow along below for my step-by-step fry sauce recipe, how to tweak it to your preferences, serving ideas, and answers to common questions. Let’s get saucy!

Ingredients for Fry Sauce

1 cup mayonnaise

1 cup ketchup
1⁄4 cup pickle juice
2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

1 tbsp yellow mustard
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder

1⁄2 tsp paprika
1⁄2 tsp salt
1⁄4 tsp black pepper

How to Make From Scratch?

To start making fry sauce, In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, ketchup, pickle juice, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until fully blended.

Taste and adjust any seasonings as desired. I like a good balance of tangy, sweet, savory, and spicy.

For best results, cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the sauce chill in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours. This allows the flavors to mingle and become more pronounced.

When ready to serve, give the sauce a good stir or shake if it separated a bit. Pour into your favorite dipping containers – I like to divide it between squeeze bottles, dipping bowls, and Mason jars.

Flavor Variations to Try

Spicy Fry Sauce: Add hot sauce or chili pepper for spice. Adjust the hot sauce or chili pepper to taste.
BBQ Fry Sauce: Add barbeque sauce for a smoky taste. Make or buy your best barbecue sauce.

Mustard Fry Sauce: Add Dijon mustard for tanginess. Use golden mustard or other mustard.
Pickle Fry Sauce: Add pickle relish or chopped pickles for crunch and taste. Chop your own pickles or use sweet or dill sauce.
Garlic Fry Sauce: Add grated garlic or garlic powder for a garlicky taste. Choose your garlic dosage.

Herb Fry Sauce: Add minced parsley, cilantro, or chives to Fry Sauce for a fresh, herby taste.
Sweet Fry Sauce: Fry Syrup with honey, brown sugar or maple syrup is sweet. Adjust sugar to taste.

What Tastes Good with French Fry Sauce

It’s obvious. Fry dipping sauce is ideal for French fries. The crispy, briny fries go well with the sauce’s creamy, tangy taste.

Fry dip sauce goes well with onion rings. The tangy and creamy sauce complements the rings’ sweet and salty taste.

Dip your chicken tenders in Fry Sauce for added flavor. Tender, juicy poultry gets a zesty twist from the sauce.

Add taste to burgers with Fry Sauce. Use it on the bun or as a burger dip. Sandwiches taste great with fry sauce. It’s great on toasted cheese, deli, and other sandwiches.

Fry Sauce is great for coating tater tots. The crispy, briny tots taste creamy and tangy with the sauce. You can use Fry Sauce to dip fried poultry. Crispy, juicy poultry gets a tangy sauce.

How To Store?

To keep Fry Sauce fresh and safe for a long time, it is necessary to store it properly. Fry Sauce storage tips:

Refrigerate the fry sauce in an airtight jar. This prevents pathogen growth and preserves the sauce.

Fry Syrup lasts a week in the fridge. For food safety, use it within this period.

Label the jar with the date you made the amazing French Fry Sauce to avoid confusion. This helps you trace how long it’s been in the fridge and when to use it.

Don’t freeze it, Freezing Fry Sauce changes its texture and taste.

Use clean utensils to scoop Fry Sauce from the jar. This prevents germs in the sauce.

FAQs about Fry Sauce

What is fry sauce made of?

Fry Sauce is typically made with a combination of mayonnaise, ketchup, and a few additional seasonings, such as vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic powder. However, many variations of Fry Sauce can include different ingredients like mustard, hot sauce, or pickles.

Is fry sauce just a Utah thing?

While Fry Sauce is commonly associated with Utah, it is a popular condiment in many other states, including Idaho, Oregon, and Montana. Variations of Fry Sauce can be found all over the world, from Canada to Europe.

Is fry sauce the same as Thousand Island?

Fry Sauce and Thousand Island dressing are different condiments with similar components. Fry Sauce is usually just mayonnaise and ketchup with spices, while Thousand Island dressing usually has the relish and hard-boiled eggs.

What is fry sauce called in other states?

Fry Sauce may be called different names in other states. For example, in Idaho, it is sometimes referred to as “Fry Sauce Idaho.” In Oregon, it may be called “Burger Sauce.” Other variations of Fry Sauce may be called “Fry Dip,” “Red Sauce,” or “Mayochup.”

Why is fry sauce so popular in Utah?

Fry Sauce became famous in Utah in the 1940s and 1950s, but its origins are unclear. Utah’s strong Mormon impact, which emphasizes food and family over alcohol, may explain its popularity. Fry Sauce became famous at these events and grew from there.

Where is fry sauce most popular?

Fry Sauce is most popular in the western United States, particularly in Utah, Idaho, and Oregon. However, it is also a popular condiment in other parts of the country and around the world.

Which restaurant in the US served fry sauce?

Restaurants in Utah that serve fry sauce include:

Crown Burgers

Hires Big H
Cubby’s
Red Iguana

Squatters Pub Brewery
The Pie Hole

If you are not in Utah or one of the other states where fry sauce is common, you can still find it at some restaurants.

In recent years, fry sauce has become more popular nationwide, and it is now available at some fast food chains, like Burger King and Wendy’s. You can also find it at some grocery stores, where it is sold in bottles or jars.