🐔 Alabama White Sauce

My Go-To Dip 😋 | Ready in 5 Minutes

A creamy, tangy Southern classic — perfect for grilled chicken, smoked wings, fries, sandwiches, and more.

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🕒 Quick Info

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Chill Time: 30 minutes (recommended)
• Yield: About 1 ¼ cups
• Storage: Up to 1 week (refrigerated)

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🛒 Ingredients

✅ Base Ingredients

• 1 cup full-fat mayonnaise
• ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
• 2 tsp Dijon mustard
• 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp garlic powder
  (or 1 fresh garlic clove, pressed)
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
• ½ tsp fine salt

🔥 Optional Add‑Ins

• ½ tsp cayenne pepper (for heat)
• 1 Tbsp lemon juice (for brightness)
• 1 tsp prepared horseradish (for classic Big Bob Gibson-style bite)
• 1 tsp sugar (if needed to mellow sharpness)

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👨‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Mix the Base

In a medium bowl, combine:

• Mayonnaise
• Apple cider vinegar
• Dijon mustard
• Worcestershire sauce
• Garlic powder
• Onion powder
• Black pepper
• Salt

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2️⃣ Whisk Until Smooth

Whisk vigorously until fully combined and smooth.
The sauce should be pourable — slightly thinner than ranch dressing.

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3️⃣ Taste & Adjust

You’re aiming for:

• Creamy first
• Then tangy vinegar
• Finished with peppery bite

Adjust if needed:

• Too sharp? Add 1 tsp sugar or a little more mayo.
• Too flat? Add a splash more vinegar or a pinch of salt.

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4️⃣ Customize (Optional)

• For classic BBQ joint flavor: stir in horseradish + lemon juice.
• For heat: add cayenne pepper.

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5️⃣ Chill

Transfer to a mason jar or airtight container.
Refrigerate at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld and thicken.

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🧊 Storage

• Store airtight in the fridge for up to 1 week.
• Stir before serving.
• ❌ Do not freeze — mayonnaise will separate.

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🍗 Best Ways to Use It

• Smoked or grilled chicken (classic pairing!)
• Chicken wings
• Pulled pork sandwiches
• French fries
• Coleslaw dressing
• Burger or wrap spread