Burger Sauce Recipe

A glass jar of creamy, burger sauce with a spoon inside, placed on a small plate next to lettuce, tomato, and a hamburger buns.

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This Burger Sauce recipe is my go-to for leveling up homemade burgers. It’s creamy, tangy, and full of flavor with just the right kick. A few pantry ingredients and five minutes is all it takes.

Prep Time5

Total Time5

Course: Sauce

Cuisine: American

Keyword: burger sauce recipe

Servings: cups

Calories: 865kcal

Author: Lena Gladstone

Equipment

mason jar

Ingredients

1 cup mayonnaise
½ cup ketchup
2 tablespoons dijon mustard or more to taste
¼ cup dill relish or finely chopped dill pickles
1 teaspoon worcestershire sauce
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon smoked paprika

Instructions

Add all ingredients to a medium sized bowl.
Stir until fully combined. Taste and adjust the spiciness and tanginess of relish, if desired.
Store in a jar in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.

Notes

Use dill relish or finely chopped dill pickles for the best tangy flavor. Sweet relish works too but will make the sauce noticeably sweeter.
Start with the base recipe, then adjust to your taste. Add more mustard for extra tang, or more relish for a crunchier texture.
Mix the sauce by hand for a slightly chunky texture, or blend it for a smoother, more uniform finish.
For extra depth, don’t skip the Worcestershire sauce. It adds a subtle savory note that balances the sweetness of the ketchup.
Want some heat? Add a pinch of cayenne, a few dashes of hot sauce, or some finely chopped jalapeño.
Let the sauce chill for at least 30 minutes before serving. This gives the flavors time to meld and deepen.
Store in an airtight jar or container in the fridge. It keeps well for up to 2 weeks and tastes even better after a day or two.

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