French Fry Sauce is the dipping situation you never knew you needed. This fry sauce is tangy and creamy and just wonderful. Use it for fries, chicken nuggets, on burgers, and even as a salad dressing. The options are endless, but one thing is for certain. You gotta try it!
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Sometimes you just need something more than regular ketchup on your fries. You know what I'm saying?! This French Fry Sauce is the perfect answer to what to dip a fry in when you want something a little more special. It's tangy, but a little creamy. The smoked paprika gives this wonderful sauce just a hint of smoky spice. This stuff is so good it could make an old shoe taste good!
Not only is this recipe amazing in the flavor department, but it comes together in just a couple of minutes. Make it and keep it in the fridge for an easy way to elevate almost anything. Truly. This sauce goes on everything from fries to nuggets to deviled eggs. Try it once and you'll fall in love!
what goes in it
Ketchup and mayonnaise make up the base for this sauce. It's the creamy/tangy component. Use a good quality mayo (I like Duke's) and absolutely do not use Miracle Whip (woof). I've also thrown in some spicy ketchup when I'm making it for myself!
White Wine Vinegar and Worcestershire sauce add a little tang and a savory component that really work.
Pickle juice is a secret weapon of sorts. It adds tang with the added dill flavor that just screams burgers and fries and wonderfulness!
Smoked paprika gives this sauce just a touch of somethin', somethin' that makes your brain go, "Oooh!" And, if you like it spicy, a dash of cayenne is awesome!
Kosher salt and fresh ground pepper are my go-to basics for my seasonings.
how to make it
Listen closely. This French Fry Sauce situation is gonna go quickly. All you have to do is mix all of the ingredients together. A little whisk-whisk and that's it. Store the fry sauce in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week (if it lasts that long).
serving suggestions
This fry sauce is so good you can use it on almost anything. My favorite would be a perfectly crisp french fry dunked in this liquid gold, but that is just the beginning.
Other serving suggestions for the french fry sauce would be:
- For a chicken nugget dipper
- With fried fish
- As a burger sauce
- Drizzled over scrambled eggs
- As a tangy salad dressing
- Hot dog and/or corn dog condiment
- Literally, anything.
make it your own
There are so many ways you can customize this french fry sauce. Let us count the ways.
First, you can make it spicy. Throw in cayenne, spicy ketchup, minced pickled jalapeños or even a healthy squirt of sriracha. Frank's or Crystal hot sauce are also fantastic options!
If you don't like dill pickle juice, use sweet. You absolutely can. Just don't tell me about it. I kid. But, not really.
Add some mustard for more tang. Yellow mustard, whole grain, and even a spicy dijon would definitely add some kick.
If you're serving this sauce for a backyard BBQ situation, stir in a little of your favorite barbeque sauce for added smokiness with a touch of sweet.
You can even play with the mayo/ketchup ratio depending on how creamy you like your sauce. The world is your oyster. Go wild!
frequently asked questions
Is this French Fry Sauce recipe gluten and/or dairy-free?
This french fry sauce is both gluten and dairy-free! No need to substitute for those dietary requirements. Just find some french fries and dip away!
How do I store the French Fry Sauce?
Simply store the fry sauce in a sealed container in the fridge for up to a week. If you have any left!
Can I freeze this?
I do not recommend freezing this recipe.
Can I make this sauce vegan?
Absolutely! All you need to do is use your favorite vegan mayo. You can substitute the Worcestershire for a vegan one, leave it out, or use a little soy sauce/tamari.
Recipe
French Fry Sauce
Equipment
Ingredients
- ¾ cup ketchup
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon dill pickle juice
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- salt and pepper, to taste
- cayenne, to taste optional
Instructions
- Whisk all of the above ingredients together.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
- Use as a dip or dressing on everything from fries to scrambled eggs!
- Enjoy!
Nutrition
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-Rufus
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For a great recipe on how to make great french fries, click here!
Aaron G says
I’ve used this recipe a couple of times now and we love it! It’s great in fries, but my kids love it on nuggets and burgers. Sooo easy!