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Burger King’s Zesty Sauce

Homemade Burger King’s Zesty Sauce That's Creamy Goodness

Recreate Burger King’s Zesty Sauce with this easy recipe—it’s creamy, zesty, and perfect for dips or sandwiches.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 tablespoons
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 70
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Or Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
  • 2 tablespoons Prepared Horseradish Or substitute with wasabi.
  • 2 tablespoons Prepared Mustard Dijon mustard can be used for a twist.
  • 2 tablespoons Ketchup Opt for sugar-free for a healthier version.
Seasoning Ingredients
  • 1 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Adjust to taste or replace with paprika.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Kosher or sea salt for better texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar Leave out for sugar-free or use honey.
Acidity Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon White Vinegar Apple cider vinegar is a good substitute.
  • 0.5 unit Lemon Juice Use fresh for the best flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Soy Sauce Tamari is a gluten-free alternative.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Airtight Container

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons of yellow mustard, and 2 tablespoons of ketchup. Blend until smooth.
  2. Stir in 2 tablespoons of prepared horseradish, 1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper, and a pinch of salt. Whisk until integrated.
  3. Pour in 1 tablespoon of white vinegar, the juice of half a lemon, and 1 teaspoon of soy sauce, stirring continuously.
  4. Add 1 teaspoon of sugar or honey, and a touch of black pepper if desired. Whisk until well combined and smooth.
  5. Transfer the sauce into an airtight container and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 70kcalCarbohydrates: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 10mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and adjust the spice levels to your preference. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to a week.

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