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This burger sauce is creamy, tangy, and pretty much irresistible. Made in minutes from pantry staples, and good on just about everything!
Why I Love This Burger Sauce Recipe
I always say the little things are what make a meal memorable, and this burger sauce is exactly that.
It’s the kind of thing you might think you don’t need — until you try it. Then suddenly, no burger feels complete without it. It’s creamy, a little tangy, and has just the right amount of sweetness and smokiness to balance everything out.
What I love most is that it’s made entirely from things I already have in my kitchen. And it’s not fussy — there’s no chopping, no fancy ingredients, just a few spoonfuls and a quick mix. In fact, I couldn’t even break it down into more than one step in my recipe instructions!
But it tastes like something you’d get from your favorite diner or a great backyard cookout. That’s the kind of recipe I come back to time and again.
I also love how versatile it is. It’s a no-brainer that it’s great on burgers, but I also use the leftovers on sandwiches, as a dip for fries, or even with grilled chicken. Make it once, and I guarantee you’ll be looking for excuses for how to use it more often.
Burger Sauce Ingredients
Pantry staples come together to form this straightforward sauce:
- Mayonnaise forms a rich, creamy base that holds everything together. If you want, you can make your own homemade mayonnaise!
- Ketchup brings sweetness and a slightly salty flavor.
- Yellow mustard forms a classic combo with the ketchup to add tang and sweetness.
- Sweet pickle relish balances the sauce with a crunchy texture and hint of sweetness. I love to make my own pickle relish each summer!
- Smoked paprika gives a smoky, BBQ-style undertone.
- Garlic powder adds a mild yet sharp element, giving a new layer of flavor to the dish.
- Worcestershire sauce brings extra savory complexity to the sauce.
The full amount of each ingredient can be found in the recipe card below.
How to Make Burger Sauce
There is only one super-easy step to make this burger sauce! Simply add mayo, ketchup, yellow mustard, sweet pickle relish, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, and garlic powder to a bowl and mix everything together. You’re done!
Pro Tips
- Let it rest before using. After mixing, give the sauce 10–15 minutes to sit. This lets the flavors meld and taste even better.
- Whisk it well. A quick whisk helps emulsify the ingredients so the sauce turns smooth and creamy. No separation, please!
- Adjust to taste. If you like it tangier, add a splash more vinegar or mustard. If you want a bit of a kick, add a pinch of cayenne or hot sauce.
- Make it ahead. This sauce only gets better with time. Store it in the fridge and use it all week long.
Serving and Storage
To serve: Once the sauce is mixed together, let it sit slightly before using it (about 10-15 minutes). Then, it’s perfect for topping burgers, sandwiches, wraps, or as a dip for fries, roasted veggies, or even chicken tenders.
To store: Store the sauce in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
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Have I Convinced You to Make This Recipe?
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Burger Sauce
Ingredients
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 3 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp yellow mustard
- 1 tbsp sweet pickle relish
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce. In a bowl, combine the mayonnaise, ketchup, yellow mustard, relish, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Whisk to combine and serve with burgers.½ cup mayonnaise, 3 tbsp ketchup, 1 tbsp yellow mustard, 1 tbsp sweet pickle relish, 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce, ½ tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp smoked paprika
I made this recipe on Memorial Day for our grilled burgers. It is very tasty. Everyone really enjoyed the extra “yum” it gave to our burgers. I also shared the recipe with quite a few relatives and friends. Thank YOU for sharing the recipe also.
P.s. … I also just bought your cookbook.