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If you’re from Arizona or Utah, you probably know a thing or two about fry sauce.

The version we all know and LOVE was first served at Carlos’ Barbeque, which eventually became the fast food chain, Arctic Circle.

This dip may have started as a regional thing, but this magical dipping condiment has grown in popularity and is even found on store shelves. However, our homemade version is the way to go!

Ours tastes just as good as the original (if not better) and is SO delicious. It’s flavorful and quick – ready in no time for all of your dipping needs.

We love pairing this with our Homemade French Fries, Crispy Sweet Potato Fries, or topping a tasty burger!.

Why we think you’ll love it:

  • Simple ingredients. This sauce only uses a handful of ingredients, most of which you have in your pantry.
  • Ready when you need it. This sauce is whips up in 5 minutes! That’s faster than a trip to the store.
  • Dip it ALL. Fry sauce is most notably used with French fries, but we love dipping Chicken Nuggets, Hamburgers, onion rings, tater tots, wraps – you name it!

Fry Sauce Ingredients And Substitutions

  • ½ cup mayonnaise While classic mayo is the base of this sauce, you can try using Miracle Whip or Vegan Mayo as an alternative.
  • ¼ cup ketchup
  • ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 teaspoon red wine vinegar – or use pickle juice, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, or horseradish
  • ½ teaspoon seasoning salt or add garlic powder or onion powder to taste
  • optional spice Add tabasco sauce, paprika, cayenne pepper, or red chili flakes for a bit of a kick.
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How to Make Fry Sauce

  1. COMBINE. Pour mayonnaise, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, red wine vinegar, and seasoning salt into a small bowl. Stir all ingredients until combined.
  2. STORE. This sauce will last for up to 1 week in the refrigerator.
  • While variations can be used, for the best result, we recommend using the main ingredients listed.
  • Let the fry sauce chill in the refrigerator before serving. This allows the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
  • This dip is classically served with French Fries and onion rings but can also be used with Hamburgers, Chicken Strips, Corn Dogs, and more.
Dipping a homemade French fry into fry sauce.
5 from 46 votes

Fry Sauce

By: Lil’ Luna
This tangy and sweet fry sauce is the only dipping sauce you'll ever need for your fries, burgers, and nuggets!
Servings: 8
Prep: 5 minutes
Total: 5 minutes

Ingredients 

  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup ketchup
  • ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon season salt

Instructions 

  • Pour mayonnaise, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, red wine vinegar, and seasoning salt into a bowl and whisk until combined. Keep it refrigerated for up to 1 week.

Notes

Recipe Tips.
  • While variations can be used, for the best result use the main ingredients listed.
  • Let the fry sauce chill in the refrigerator before serving. This allows the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
  • Pair with fries, burgers, onion rings, corn dogs and more.
Store. This sauce is good for 7-10 days in the fridge when stored in an airtight container. Do not freeze. 

Nutrition

Calories: 104kcal, Carbohydrates: 2g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 10g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Cholesterol: 6mg, Sodium: 451mg, Potassium: 24mg, Sugar: 2g, Vitamin A: 48IU, Vitamin C: 1mg, Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Recipe FAQ

What are some restaurant variations?

Red Robin replaces ketchup with BBQ Sauce, In N Out Burger adds pickle relish to the recipe, and Outback Steakhouse adds horseradish and brown mustard.

How to store?

Whether making this ahead of time or using it right away, it’s good for 7-10 days in the fridge when stored in an airtight container. Do not freeze. 

This recipe was originally published October 2020.

About Kristyn

Kristyn Merkley is a published cookbook author, wife, mom of six, and major food enthusiast! For the past 15 years, she has been sharing foolproof, family-friendly recipes—each one tested in her kitchen—that anyone can master. As a seasoned recipe creator, she loves making cooking simple, stress-free, and totally doable for everyone!

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20 Comments

  1. Dana says:

    5 stars
    This Fry Sauce is the best! Such a quick and Easy way to elevate fries!

  2. Sally Bryan says:

    5 stars
    Oh my goodness! So happy to have this recipe! Its sooo good and I have always wanted it. Thank you Kristen

  3. Elsie S. Stewart says:

    5 stars
    I tried this recipe and it’s really good. I would definitely recommend it to anyone who wants to try the recipe.
     

  4. Harlee says:

    5 stars
    I replaced the red wine vinegar with pickle brine and this is amazing. This is the best fry sauce recipe I have found!!

    1. Lil'Luna Team says:

      Yay! So glad you love the fry sauce!!

  5. Pamela Johnson says:

    5 stars
    My 12 year old Grandson and I just made this, and everyone loves it! Thank You!

    1. Lil'Luna Team says:

      You’re welcome! I’m glad the fry sauce was a hit!

  6. Lance says:

    5 stars
    The tang from the vinegar makes it a really good sauce, I’m useing it for my Asian coconut wings

  7. Dawn says:

    Season Salt? Any suggestions?

  8. Tami says:

    5 stars
    Delicious!

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