Blooming Onion Sauce
I have to say, whenever I get onion rings or a similar appetizer at a different restaurant, I’m always craving some of this tasty stuff to go with it!!
There’s really nothing like it. It has just the right amount of sharp, acidic heat and smoky garlic flavor. And then there’s that creamy texture!!
I honestly eat it with everything. Be sure to pair this with my blooming onion recipe!!
I have a few different copycat sauces up my sleeve!
I make burgers with my copycat Big Mac sauce, that creamy Chick fil A specialty to dip my fries into, and even the iconic Taco Bello nacho cheese for my homemade nachos and Taco Bell Sauce for homemade tacos!
Ingredients & Substitutions
- Mayonnaise – The rich, fatty body comes from the mayo. You can easily use low-fat, olive oil, or avocado oil variations to build your homemade Outback bloomin onion sauce.
- Sour Cream – Adds a nice thickness and tanginess to the mixture. Greek yogurt is a good alternative.
Other than that, no other substitute really adds the same flavor profile.
- Cayenne – A little hotter than paprika, it can be omitted if you don’t want as much spice. For more spice, use chili powder!
- Oregano – It’s always better to use dried herbs in sauces like these because they’re more potent and penetrate the body of the mixture a lot better.
Plus, they keep longer!
- Ketchup – For a touch of sweetness and acidity, and also that characteristic orange color we all know and love.
Avoid variations… unless you’re feeling up to the spicy ketchup!
- Horseradish – I use prepared horseradish, which is different from fresh horseradish.
The fresh stuff is SPICY and STRONG, whereas prepared is pickled in vinegar and much more manageable.
- Garlic – Gotta have it! If you’re using the powdered version, use ½ teaspoon instead.
Tricks for an Outstanding Outback Bloomin Onion Sauce
- Blooming onion sauce is all about balance.
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