Special Burger Sauce
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Servings
4 - 5 burgers
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Calories
220 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
Special Burger Sauce
Description
The Special Burger Sauce is a simple combination of creamy mayo and tangy yellow mustard mixed with finely chopped sweet gherkin pickles and their juice for a sweet-pickled crunch. Sugar adds a mild sweetness complemented by the sharpness of white wine vinegar. Paprika, garlic granules, and onion powder provide subtle aromatic warmth and depth. Stirred until smooth, it has a thick, spreadable consistency.
The sauce is designed to be generously applied to burger buns, either spread on the base or the lid, to add moisture and a tangy-sweet flavor that complements the savory meat and other burger toppings. Its balance makes it versatile for use with other sandwiches as well.
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise Note 1, whole egg
- 1 tbsp yellow mustard Note 2, American
- 2 tbsp gherkin pickles Note 3, sweet, finely chopped
- 2 tsp gherkin juice (from the pickle jar) (Note 4)
- 2 tsp white sugar
- 1/2 tsp white wine vinegar (Note 5)
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic granules (or 1/4 tsp garlic powder)
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a small bowl or jug and stir until smooth.
- Use for burgers - browse my Burger collection or try the latest and greatest Cheeseburger! I generously slather on the base bun as well as the lid (or drizzle the stack).
Notes
- Use whole egg mayonnaise for a smoother, more rounded flavor, though ordinary mayo or kewpie also work well.
- American yellow mustard is preferred; avoid hot English mustard unless you want added spiciness.
- Sweet gherkins provide mild sweetness; regular gherkins can substitute.
- Pickle juice is from the pickle jar and adds moisture and tang; substituting with other vinegars is possible but apple cider vinegar is preferred.
- The sauce will keep for the mayonnaise's shelf life when stored properly.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4- 5 burgers
Amount Per Serving
Calories 220 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 220cal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 23g | 35% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 13g | 76% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 13mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 251mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 27mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 165IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 9mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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