Spicy American Sauce Américaine Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste

Special equipment needed:
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk

Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
2. Whisk all ingredients together until well combined and smooth.
3. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
4. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.


Time:
Preparation time: 5 minutes
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Serving size:
Makes about 1 1/4 cups of sauce.

Nutritional information:
Per 1 tablespoon serving:
- Calories: 90
- Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Protein: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Mayonnaise: You can use Greek yogurt or sour cream as a substitute.
- Ketchup: You can use tomato sauce or tomato paste as a substitute.
- Hot sauce: You can use cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes as a substitute.

Variations:
- For a milder version, reduce the amount of hot sauce.
- For a smokier flavor, add a teaspoon of smoked paprika.
- For a tangier flavor, add a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar.

Tips and tricks:
- This sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Use this sauce as a dip for fries, chicken nuggets, or onion rings.
- This sauce also works well as a burger or sandwich spread.

Storage instructions:
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Reheating instructions:
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Presentation ideas:
Serve in a small bowl or ramekin.

Garnishes:
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley or chives.

Pairings:
This sauce pairs well with burgers, sandwiches, fries, chicken nuggets, onion rings, and more.

Suggested side dishes:
Serve with a side of coleslaw, potato salad, or macaroni salad.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the sauce is too thick, add a tablespoon of milk or water to thin it out.
- If the sauce is too thin, add more mayonnaise to thicken it up.

Food safety advice:
- Store in the refrigerator and discard if it develops an off odor or flavor.
- Do not leave the sauce at room temperature for more than 2 hours.

Food history:
Américaine sauce is a classic French sauce that is typically made with tomatoes, white wine, shallots, and herbs. This version adds a spicy twist with the addition of hot sauce.

Flavor profiles:
This sauce is tangy, spicy, and slightly sweet.

Serving suggestions:
Serve as a dip or spread for burgers, sandwiches, fries, chicken nuggets, onion rings, and more.

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Region: American

Taste: Spicy, Tangy, Savory, Rich, Aromatic