Burger King Zesty Sauce
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Burger King Zesty Sauce
Description
The sauce blends mayonnaise as a creamy base with prepared horseradish providing heat and pungency. Cayenne pepper adds further spice, balanced by prepared mustard's tang, white vinegar, and fresh lemon juice for acidity. Ketchup contributes sweetness and depth, while a drop of soy sauce introduces subtle umami notes. Salt and sugar adjust seasoning and balance flavors.
After combining the ingredients thoroughly, refrigerating the mixture for 30 minutes allows the flavors to develop and harmonize. The resulting sauce has a bold, zesty taste with a creamy texture, making it suitable as a spread or dipping sauce.
This sauce pairs well with hamburgers, roast beef sandwiches, and even fried mushrooms, bringing a spicy, tangy dimension to these dishes. The preparation requires precise measurement, especially of horseradish due to brand strength differences, and room temperature ingredients blend more smoothly and incorporate better.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons horseradish prepared
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon prepared mustard
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon sugar
- 2 teaspoons ketchup
- 1 drop soy sauce
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a bowl and stir until well blended.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 30 minutes before using.
Notes
- Start with a conservative amount of horseradish, as its strength varies by brand.
- Use room temperature ingredients to create a smoother, better-emulsified sauce.
- Refrigerate the sauce for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.
- This sauce complements hamburgers, roast beef sandwiches, and fried mushrooms well.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 10Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 79 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 79kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 5mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 150mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 4mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 96IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.