Burger Sauce (Ketchup, Mustard, Pickles, Hot Sauce)

bestburgersauce This Burger Sauce recipe is creamy, tangy and easy to make in minutes. Better than any restaurant or store-bought burger sauce.

¾ cup Hellmann's mayonnaise
2 Tbsp. French’s mustard
4 Tbsp. Heinz ketchup
⅓ cup sweet pickles, diced
1 tsp. Sriracha or your favourite hot sauce, use more or less to adjust the heat
1 tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp. onion powder
½ tsp. smoked paprika
½ tsp. Worcestershire sauce

Add all the ingredients to a bowl and whisk very well to combine.

Serve immediately or store in an airtight container or jar in the fridge for up to 24 hours before serving to let the flavours develop.

Store this hamburger sauce in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Makes 12 servings.

Cook’s Notes:

This recipe has been tested again and again and it’s just not the same without the garlic powder, onion powder and paprika. Don’t forget to add the spices to give this sauce its unique smoky flavour… it takes your burgers to the next level.
Add Some Acidity: The finely chopped pickles add acidity and give the sauce a zesty flavour. Feel free to use dill pickles or sweet pickles and add a splash of the pickle juice if you’re looking for even more of a tangy flavour. They also add texture to the sauce, so be sure to chop them finely.
Mix and Let it Rest: Mix all the ingredients together and let it rest in the fridge before serving to allow all the flavours to meld together. The flavours intensify when it’s refrigerated, making it even more delicious.

Variations:

This Burger Sauce has a variety of uses. Here’s how we like to serve it:
As a Spread: This burger sauce brings your burgers to the next level. It also adds great flavour to sandwiches, wraps and breakfast burritos.
As a Dip: This sauce is delicious for dipping with potato wedges and fries. Chicken nuggets and onion rings would also be great for dipping in this sauce.
As a Dressing: Thin out the sauce with some vinegar, pickle juice, or lemon juice to drizzle over burger bowls or wedge salads for a low carb meal.
As a Topping: Use a few spoonfuls of this hamburger sauce over crispy potatoes or drizzle over tacos.

Troubleshooting Ideas:

If you’re running into trouble with this burger sauce recipe, follow the solutions we recommend below:
The Flavour is Too Tangy or Too Sweet: If the flavour is too tangy, increase the amount of mayonnaise slightly to reduce the strength of the flavour. If it’s too sweet, add a splash of white vinegar or pickle juice.
The Sauce Tastes Off: The sauce can taste strange if it isn’t mix properly. Mix the sauce until it is smooth to make sure all the ingredients are incorporated.
The Sauce is Too Thin: Drain any wet ingredients, like the pickles, to avoid a runny sauce. You can always add more liquid, but you can’t take liquid away once you add it.
The Burger Sauce Spoiled: The burger sauce can spoil sooner than you think if it is not stored properly. Make sure it is sealed properly and stored in the fridge. It should last for up to 5 days in an airtight container in the fridge.
The Sauce has a Strange Aftertaste: The sauce can have a artificial aftertaste if you use low quality ingredients. Use a high quality mayonnaise for the best flavour.