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Blooming Onion Sauce

Creamy Blooming Onion Sauce for Perfect Party Dipping

This creamy Blooming Onion Sauce is a perfect tangy dip for fries, veggies, and blooming onions, making it ideal for gatherings.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 tablespoons
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Substitute with vegan mayonnaise for a plant-based version.
  • 1/4 cup Ketchup Adds sweetness and color.
  • 1 tablespoon Prepared Horseradish Sauce Provides spicy zing.
  • 1 teaspoon Granulated Garlic Enhances umami flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Infuses smoky flavors.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Cumin Optional for milder version.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Introduces herbal notes.
  • 1 pinch Kosher Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 pinch Black Pepper Adds heat and texture.
Optional Add-ons
  • to taste Cayenne Pepper For extra heat.
  • to taste Sriracha For a spicy twist.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Airtight container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of mayonnaise, 1/4 cup of ketchup, and 1 tablespoon of prepared horseradish sauce. Stir vigorously until smooth.
  2. Sprinkle in 1 teaspoon of granulated garlic, 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon of ground cumin, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, and a pinch of kosher salt and black pepper. Stir until combined.
  3. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the sauce to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to meld flavors.
  4. After chilling, give the sauce a stir and serve with blooming onions, fries, or veggies.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoonsCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 1gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 7 days. Flavors will intensify over time.

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