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Making Every Condiment From Scratch

Each dip is ideal for a French fry, chicken tender, and/or any other finger food that exists.

Today I’m tackling the world of condiments by making every kind I can think of! Each dip is ideal for a French fry, chicken tender, and/or any other finger food that exists.

Mayonnaise

Calories 376.33 kcal

WHAT YOU’LL NEED
  

  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¾ cup canola oil

Instructions
 

  • Whisk everything except oil together in a medium boil until frothy. Slowly add oil, increasing speed as mayo thickens and emulsifies. Taste and adjust salt and acid.

Nutrition

Calories: 376.33kcalCarbohydrates: 0.4gProtein: 0.73gFat: 42.05gSaturated Fat: 3.42gTrans Fat: 0.16gCholesterol: 46.11mgSodium: 113.75mgFiber: 0.06gSugar: 0.1gVitamin A: 16.26IUVitamin C: 0.99mgCalcium: 6.48mgIron: 0.14mg
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Mustard

Calories 112.35 kcal

WHAT YOU'LL NEED
  

  • ¾ cup yellow mustard seeds or ½ cup ground mustard powder
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon turmeric
  • ¼ teaspoon sweet paprika
  • teaspoon garlic powder
  • teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 ½ cups water
  • ¼ cup white vinegar

Instructions
 

  • Grind seeds in a food processor or spice grinder to a very fine powder. Add mustard and other spices to a small sauce pot, whisk to combine, then add water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 30-40 minutes, until thickened, stirring occasionally. Add vinegar and cook for 5-10 more minutes, stirring often. Taste and adjust seasonings.

Nutrition

Calories: 112.35kcalCarbohydrates: 8.77gProtein: 4.99gFat: 6.88gSaturated Fat: 0.38gSodium: 293.66mgFiber: 2.42gSugar: 4.44gVitamin A: 3.92IUVitamin C: 1.36mgCalcium: 55.05mgIron: 1.89mg
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BBQ Sauce

Calories 296.12 kcal

WHAT YOU'LL NEED
  

  • 1 ⅓ cup ketchup
  • ¾ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup molasses
  • ¼ cup water
  • 1 6 ounce can pineapple juice
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon dry mustard powder
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne

Instructions
 

  • Combine all ingredients in a medium sauce pot over medium heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cook for 10-15 minutes, or until reduced to desired thickness.

Nutrition

Calories: 296.12kcalCarbohydrates: 74.59gProtein: 1.88gFat: 0.98gSaturated Fat: 0.1gSodium: 828.33mgFiber: 1.35gSugar: 64.59gVitamin A: 65.57IUVitamin C: 8.93mgCalcium: 104.97mgIron: 2.67mg
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Hot Sauce

Calories 131.01 kcal

WHAT YOU'LL NEED
  

  • 18-20 cayenne peppers stems removed
  • 1 ½ cups white vinegar
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions
 

  • Add all ingredients to a medium sauce pot over high heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer, and cook for 20-25 minutes. Transfer mixture to a blender and blend on high until smooth. Transfer back to sauce pot, and cook for another 15-20 minutes over medium heat until reduced to desired consistency. Taste and adjust seasonings.

Nutrition

Calories: 131.01kcalCarbohydrates: 26.66gProtein: 4.94gFat: 0.95gSaturated Fat: 0.32gSodium: 489.21mgFiber: 9.45gSugar: 13.32gVitamin A: 99.43IUVitamin C: 445.04mgCalcium: 66.31mgIron: 1.96mg
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Ranch Dressing

Calories 275.67 kcal

WHAT YOU'LL NEED
  

  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ½ cup buttermilk
  • 3 tablespoons minced parsley
  • 2 tablespoons minced dill
  • 1 garlic clove grated or minced
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
  • Kosher salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Combine all ingredients in a bowl and whisk together. Taste and adjust seasonings accordingly. Transfer to a resealable container and refrigerate until ready to use.

Nutrition

Calories: 275.67kcalCarbohydrates: 4.04gProtein: 2.1gFat: 28.28gSaturated Fat: 6.81gCholesterol: 27.44mgSodium: 250.5mgFiber: 0.42gSugar: 2.42gVitamin A: 71.54IUVitamin C: 5.49mgCalcium: 102.79mgIron: 1.08mg
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Honey Mustard

Calories 239.99 kcal

WHAT YOU'LL NEED
  

  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Whisk all ingredients together in a medium bowl. Taste and adjust seasonings.

Nutrition

Calories: 239.99kcalCarbohydrates: 9.7gProtein: 0.5gFat: 22.64gSaturated Fat: 3.35gCholesterol: 11.26mgSodium: 295.96mgFiber: 0.54gSugar: 8.83gVitamin A: 0.63IUVitamin C: 1.56mgCalcium: 8.94mgIron: 0.25mg
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