Comeback Sauce

Name: Comeback Sauce
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Southern American
Ingredients: 1 cup mayonnaise; 1/4 cup chili sauce (such as Heinz); 2 tbsp ketchup; 2 tsp prepared horseradish; 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce; 2 tsp fresh lemon juice; 1/2 tsp garlic powder; 1/2 tsp onion powder; 1/2 tsp Louisiana-style hot sauce; 1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly ground

A bold, tangy Mississippi dipping sauce that combines mayonnaise, chili sauce, and a hit of horseradish into a versatile condiment you'll want to put on everything from fried shrimp to onion rings.

10 minEasyServes 8150 cal/serving

Southern AmericanSauceNo-CookVegetarianLow CarbHalal-friendlyGluten-FreeDairy-FreeNut-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup chili sauce (such as Heinz)
2 tbsp ketchup
2 tsp prepared horseradish
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
2 tsp fresh lemon juice
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp Louisiana-style hot sauce
1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly ground

Instructions

1

Combine 1 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup chili sauce (such as Heinz), 2 tbsp ketchup, 2 tsp prepared horseradish, 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce, 2 tsp fresh lemon juice, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp onion powder, 1/2 tsp Louisiana-style hot sauce, and 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper in a bowl.
2

Whisk until completely smooth and well blended.
3

Taste and adjust heat with more Louisiana-style hot sauce or tang with additional fresh lemon juice as desired.
4

Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Serve as a dipping sauce or sandwich spread.

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What is Comeback Sauce?

A bold, tangy Mississippi dipping sauce that combines mayonnaise, chili sauce, and a hit of horseradish into a versatile condiment you'll want to put on everything from fried shrimp to onion rings. This reference files it under Southern American sauce: made without cooking, rated easy and about 10 minutes start to finish.

Is there a substitute for Worcestershire sauce in Comeback Sauce?

The entry for Comeback Sauce calls for 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce. In its place: Soy sauce with a few drops of vinegar and a pinch of sugar.

Is Comeback Sauce spicy?

Moderately. The heat in Comeback Sauce comes from 2 tsp prepared horseradish and 1/2 tsp Louisiana-style hot sauce. For a milder plate, start with half the hot sauce and add more to taste at the end; nothing else in the method changes. For more, add it at the table rather than in the pot, so everyone sets their own level.

Does Comeback Sauce contain fish?

Yes: 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce. The full allergen list for this entry is eggs and fish. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many carbs are in Comeback Sauce?

One serving (the recipe makes 8) has 4 g of carbohydrate in about 150 calories, with 0 g protein and 15 g fat, plus 240 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

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