Groucho’s 45 Sauce Recipe
Experience the best of flavors with this easy Groucho's 45 Sauce Recipe! Perfect for any meal.
Equipment
- Medium saucepan
- Whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Jar or container for storage
Ingredients
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup Tomato ketchup
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons Mustard Dijon
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- To taste Salt
- To taste Black pepper
Instructions
Step 1 – Mix the Base
- Gather all ingredients.
- Measure out each ingredient accurately to ensure the flavor balance is just right.
- Combine the wet ingredients.
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, honey, and apple cider vinegar.
- Note: Low heat is crucial to avoid any separation of ingredients.
Step 2 – Season and Simmer
- Add the spices.
- Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Let the sauce simmer.
- Keep the heat low and let the sauce gently simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to meld the flavors.
- Warning: Keep an eye on the sauce; it shouldn’t boil or stick to the bottom of the pan.
Step 3 – Cool and Store
- Remove from heat.
- Take the saucepan off the stove and allow the sauce to cool to room temperature.
- Transfer to a container.
- Pour the sauce into a jar or an airtight container and refrigerate.
- Tip: Groucho’s 45 Sauce develops more depth of flavor if left to sit for a few hours or overnight before using.
Notes
Here are a few insider tips to make your Groucho’s 45 Sauce even more splendid:
- Adjust the thickness. If the sauce is too thick, thin it with a bit of water or additional vinegar to reach your desired consistency.
- Spice it up. Feel free to add a dash of cayenne pepper or chili flakes if you like your sauce with a kick.