Nitkos Sauce for Fried Calamari
Elevate your fried calamari experience with Nitkos Sauce—a zesty, creamy, and flavorful dip that perfectly complements the crispy, golden bites of seafood. This quick and easy recipe combines the rich base of mayonnaise with freshly minced garlic, tangy lemon juice, and a fiery kick from hot sauce and cayenne pepper. A touch of Dijon mustard, smoky paprika, and a drizzle of olive oil adds depth and a velvety finish, while chopped fresh parsley brings a bright, herby note. Ready in just 10 minutes and chilled to perfection, this versatile dipping sauce strikes the perfect balance of heat, tang, and creaminess, making it an irresistible pairing for calamari or any of your favorite fried seafood dishes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, finely minced
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon Hot sauce (e.g., Tabasco or sriracha)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
Instructions
In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, minced garlic, and freshly squeezed lemon juice. Whisk until smooth and well incorporated.
Add the hot sauce, Dijon mustard, paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), and salt to the mayo mixture. Stir thoroughly to combine.
Drizzle in the olive oil while stirring to give the sauce a slight sheen and richer texture.
Gently fold in the finely chopped parsley, ensuring it's evenly distributed throughout the sauce.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding a pinch more salt or a few extra drops of lemon juice for brightness.
Transfer the Nitkos Sauce to a serving bowl, cover, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
Serve alongside freshly fried calamari and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1882 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 187.9 g | 241% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.9 g | 89% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 235 mg | 78% | |
| Sodium | 1380 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 52.3 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.0 g | ||
| Protein | 0.9 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 24 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 120 mg | 3% | |
*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.
