Licks Famous Secret Sauce
Discover the irresistible magic of Lick's Famous Secret Sauce, a creamy, tangy, and slightly sweet condiment that takes all your favorite dishes to the next level. Perfect as a burger topping, fry dip, or sandwich spread, this versatile sauce combines pantry staples like mayonnaise, ketchup, and Dijon mustard with a unique twist of honey, pickle juice, and smoked paprika for a burst of flavor in every bite. Ready in just 5 minutes with no cooking required, it's the ultimate homemade alternative to store-bought sauces. Plus, you can amp up the heat with an optional dash of hot sauce! Refrigerate for a quick flavor boost that pairs beautifully with everything from grilled veggies to crispy chicken tenders.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 2 teaspoons White vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Pickle juice (from a jar of dill pickles)
- 0.5 teaspoon Hot sauce (optional, for a spicy kick)
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, ketchup, and Dijon mustard. Stir until smooth and well blended.
Add the honey, white vinegar, and pickle juice to the mixture. Whisk until fully incorporated.
Sprinkle in the garlic powder, smoked paprika, kosher salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly to ensure the spices are evenly distributed.
If desired, add the hot sauce for a spicy kick, adjusting the quantity based on your heat preference.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning levels (salt, vinegar, or honey) to balance sweetness and tanginess to your liking.
Transfer the sauce to an airtight container or jar and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled or at room temperature as a condiment or dip. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1863 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 175.7 g | 225% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.7 g | 78% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 235 mg | 78% | |
| Sodium | 1409 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 74.7 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.7 g | ||
| Protein | 0.8 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 12 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 79 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
