Ingredients
Samurai Sauce Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 to 2 tablespoons sambal oelek (start with 1 tbsp for medium heat)
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional but recommended)
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar or white vinegar (or lemon juice)
- ½ teaspoon sugar or honey (optional, helps round edges)
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt to taste (start with a pinch)
Instructions
- Whisk Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sambal oelek, ketchup, Dijon mustard, vinegar, sugar or honey, garlic powder, and salt until the mixture is smooth and evenly combined.
- Taste and Adjust: Sample the sauce and tweak flavor by adding more sambal oelek for extra heat, additional ketchup for sweetness and body, or more vinegar or lemon juice to increase tanginess according to preference.
- Refrigerate: Cover the sauce and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld and intensify; better results are achieved if rested for a few hours.
- Serve: Use the Samurai Sauce as a spicy condiment for fries, sandwiches, burgers, or as a dip to enhance your dishes with a creamy, tangy, and spicy flavor profile.
Notes
- Adjust the level of heat by controlling the amount of sambal oelek added.
- Dijon mustard is optional but adds depth and balances acidity.
- Sugar or honey helps to smooth out the acidity and heat if desired.
- Refrigeration improves the sauce flavor and consistency.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Belgian
