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smash burger sauce recipe

Savory Smash Burger Sauce Recipe You'll Want Every Day

This smash burger sauce recipe is a quick, creamy addition to enhance burgers and fries, ready in just 10 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Sauces
Calories: 90
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup mayonnaise high-quality full-fat or reduced-fat
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup adds sweetness and acidity
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard can substitute with yellow or spicy brown mustard
For the Flavor
  • 1 tablespoon pickles (finely chopped) or relish in a pinch
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder or fresh garlic, use less
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder or finely chopped onions
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika or regular paprika for milder taste
To Season
  • 1 teaspoon salt adjust as needed
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper white pepper can be an alternative

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Airtight Container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, and Dijon mustard until fully blended.
  2. Finely chop pickles and add to the bowl, mixing gently to retain texture.
  3. Sprinkle in garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until incorporated.
  4. Whisk again until the mixture achieves a smooth and creamy consistency.
  5. Taste your sauce and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
  6. Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to meld flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 1gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 5mg

Notes

Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days. The sauce can be made a day in advance for better flavor integration.

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