Fried Pickle Dipping Sauce Recipe
If you like fried pickles, you know the dipping sauce makes them crunchy. Pairing fried pickles with the right dipping sauce can make or break a game-night snack or savory side dish. Creamy, acidic, and somewhat spicy, this fried pickle dipping sauce is delicious.
Ingredients
- 1 heaping cup of vegan mayo for a creamy, plant-based base
- 2 tsp garlic powder adds savory depth
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika brings in a smoky, slightly spicy element
- 1 tsp onion powder for extra flavor
- 1 tbsp hot sauce if you like things hot
- ¼ cup ketchup adds a tangy sweetness
- 1 tbsp mustard brings a sharp, tangy balance
Instructions
- Making this dipping sauce for fried pickles could not be simpler. In just a few steps, you’ll have the perfect sauce ready to go.
- Add to a medium-sized bowl your vegan mayo, mustard, spicy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, ketchup, and smoky paprika.
- Stir all the components together until smooth and fully blended with a wire whisk or spatula. The smoked paprika will give the sauce a lovely scarlet color and a depth of taste that goes well with fried pickles.
- Present and Savvy: Spoon the dipping sauce onto plates with your fried pickles, fries, or any food you are serving or into a serving dish. You can also store it in the refrigerator until you’re ready to serve.
Notes
➜Cooking tips :
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- Change the heat: You can adjust the amount of hot sauce in the dipping sauce to suit your taste. Start with a teaspoon and add more if you want it hotter. Also, check out our hot sauce recipes ideas.
- Great Smoked Paprika: The smoked paprika gives the sauce a rich depth. If you don't have it, plain paprika will work, but it won't be as spicy.
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- Creamy Base: The vegan mayo in this sauce makes it thick and creamy, but you can use normal mayo instead if you don't care about being vegan.
➜Store & reheat :
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- Put your sauce in a jar that won't let air in and put it in the fridge. It should be fine for a week.
- Reheat: If you like your sauce warm, heat it slowly on low heat in the stove. Just make sure to stir it often so that it doesn't split.
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- Freeze: You can freeze this sauce well. You can freeze a lot of it in a jar that won't let air in for up to three months.
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- Let it thaw in the fridge overnight before you use it.Now that you know how to make fried pickle dipping sauce, it’s time to give it a try! Whether you’re dipping fried dill pickles, fries, or using it as a sauce for sandwiches, this recipe is sure to be a hit.
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- You’ll love the balance of creamy, tangy, and spicy flavors that make this sauce truly irresistible.
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