Creamy Patty Melt Secret Sauce: My Kitchen Story (Print Version)

Ultimate Patty Melt Secret Sauce: My creamy, tangy recipe will transform your patty melt into a diner classic. Easy to make & so delicious!

# Recipe Info:

Prep Time: 10 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Vegetarian

# Ingredients:

→ Base Ingredients for Patty Melt Secret Sauce

01 - 1/2 cup (120ml) full-fat mayonnaise
02 - 1/4 cup (60ml) ketchup
03 - 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
04 - 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish

→ Flavor Boosters & Seasonings

05 - 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
06 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
07 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
08 - 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika

→ Finishing Touches

09 - Pinch of granulated sugar
10 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper (or to taste)

# Instructions:

01 - First things first, get all your ingredients out. I usually line them up on the counter like little soldiers, ready for battle. Grab a medium-sized bowl and a whisk. This is where the magic starts, and honestly, it’s going to smell pretty good even before you start mixing. I always feel a little thrill when I'm about to whip up a new batch of this Patty Melt Secret Sauce.
02 - In your bowl, dollop in the mayonnaise, ketchup, and yellow mustard. Don't worry about being super neat; we're going for flavor, not a perfect presentation just yet! Give them a quick swirl with your whisk. I usually get a little blob of mayo on my nose at this point, every single time. It's like a tradition. Just make sure they're mostly combined before moving on.
03 - Now for the sweet pickle relish and that dark, mysterious Worcestershire sauce. Stir these in really well. You want those little bits of relish distributed evenly throughout your Patty Melt Secret Sauce. I find this step always takes a bit more elbow grease than I expect, but it’s worth it for the texture! Don't be shy with that whisk!
04 - Time for the flavor powerhouses! Add the onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and that tiny pinch of sugar. Grind in a good amount of fresh black pepper. Mix, mix, mix! Make sure there are no clumps of seasoning. This is where you really start to smell the deliciousness coming together. I often taste a tiny bit here, just to check.
05 - Once everything is thoroughly combined, cover the bowl with plastic wrap. Pop it in the fridge for at least 30 minutes. Honestly, I've tried using it right away, and it's fine, but that chill time really lets the flavors meld and deepen. It makes a huge difference in the final Patty Melt Secret Sauce, trust me. Patience, my friend!
06 - When you’re ready, give your Patty Melt Secret Sauce another quick stir. It should be thick, creamy, and wonderfully fragrant. Slather it generously on your patty melts, burgers, or even as a dip for fries! It should look a lovely pale orange, smell tangy and savory, and taste like pure diner heaven. You'll know it's perfect.

# Notes:

01 - Always let the sauce chill for at least 30 minutes; it seriously improves the flavor.
02 - Don't use light mayonnaise; the texture and richness of this Patty Melt Secret Sauce won't be the same.
03 - If you're out of sweet pickle relish, finely diced dill pickles with a pinch more sugar can work in a pinch.
04 - This sauce is also amazing on regular burgers or as a dip for fries – don't limit its potential!

# Equipment Needed:

01 - Mixing bowl
02 - whisk
03 - airtight container

# Nutrition (Per Serving):

Calories: 120
Total Fat: 12g
Total Carbohydrate: 4g
Protein: 0g

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