Fry Sauce is a creamy, flavorful mayonnaise-based sauce with ketchup and seasonings that takes French fries to the next level. But why stop there? This versatile condiment is also delicious with chips, burgers, and onion rings! Skip the store-bought version—this homemade recipe is packed with more flavor and comes together in minutes. If you love making your own sauces, be sure to try our Hot Honey Ranch or Creamy Honey Mustard Sauce for even more bold flavors.
Key Ingredients & Substitutions
- Mayonnaise – The rich and creamy base of this sauce. Try our homemade Mayonnaise!
- Ketchup – Adds a hint of sweetness and tang.
- Hot Sauce – Gives a subtle kick without overpowering the flavor (different from buffalo sauce, which contains butter).
- Pickle Juice – A must-have ingredient that brings the perfect amount of tanginess.
- Seasonings – Customize with garlic powder, cayenne pepper, or other favorite spices for extra depth.
How To Adjust The Spiciness Of Fry Sauce To Your Taste
If you want to adjust the spiciness of your fry sauce, we’ve got you covered! To make it milder, simply reduce the amount of hot sauce or skip it altogether. On the other hand, if you’re looking to turn up the heat, you can add extra hot sauce or even a pinch of cayenne pepper for an extra kick. Just taste as you go, and you’ll find that perfect level of spice for your liking!
Delicious Ways To Use Fry Sauce
We love this sauce on so many things! Here are some foods to try with this versatile sauce:
- Classic dipping sauce for air fryer french fries, sweet potato fries, or tater tots
- Burger Spread
- Crispy Chicken Tenders
- Veggie Dip
- Fish fry
Storing Your Fry Sauce
Keep your homemade fry sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days—if it even lasts that long! With so many delicious ways to enjoy it, you’ll want to have a batch ready to go at all times.
Enjoy this quick and easy condiment with all your favorite snacks and meals!
Fry Sauce
Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce
- 1 teaspoon pickle juice
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon granulated sugar
- ⅛ teaspoon paprika
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- To a medium bowl, add mayonnaise, ketchup, hot sauce, pickle juice, kosher salt, granulated sugar, paprika, and black pepper.
- Whisk until all ingredients are fully combined.
- Serve with french fries, chips, or on burgers.
This recipe is adapted from Iamhomesteader’s Fry Sauce.
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