Harold's Mild Sauce Recipe
Harold’s Mild Sauce is a delicious, tangy sauce loved by many. This Harold’s Mild Sauce Recipe lets you recreate the restaurant favorite at home.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon sugar or honey
- Optional: pinch of paprika for color
Instructions
Combine Mayonnaise and Ketchup
- In a bowl, mix 1/2 cup mayonnaise and 2 tablespoons ketchup. Stir until smooth and fully combined.
Add Mustard
- Add 1 teaspoon yellow mustard. Mix gently into the base sauce until fully blended.
Add Vinegar
- Pour 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar. Stir well to give the sauce mild tanginess.
Add Garlic and Onion Powder
- Add 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder and 1/2 teaspoon onion powder. Stir to mix evenly.
Add Sugar or Honey
- Add 1 teaspoon sugar or honey. Mix until fully dissolved to balance flavors.
Optional Paprika
- Add a pinch of paprika for color. Stir until smooth and evenly colored.
Chill the Sauce
- Cover the sauce and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Flavors blend better when chilled.
Serve and Enjoy
- Use Harold’s Mild Sauce on fries, chicken fingers, sandwiches or burgers. Enjoy the creamy, tangy flavor.
Notes
- Tip 1: Chill for at least an hour before serving to enhance flavors.
- Tip 2: Use high-quality mayonnaise and ketchup for best taste.
- Tip 3: Adjust sugar or honey to make it sweeter if desired.
- Variation 1: Add a dash of hot sauce for a mild spicy kick.
- Variation 2: Use Dijon mustard for a slightly stronger mustard flavor.
- Variation 3: Blend in fresh herbs like parsley or chives for a fresh twist.