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    Home » Recipes » Pantry

    Spicy Sauce for Sandwiches

    Published: Feb 2, 2022 · Modified: Feb 18, 2023 by Tiffany Dahle · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    A photo collage shows the spicy sauce in a mixing bowl and on a sandwich prep board.

    This 5-ingredient spicy sauce is the perfect sandwich spread for a grilled reuben but makes a delicious dip for shrimp, too. Stir it together in just a minute and keep it handy in the fridge for dozens of uses.

    A mason jar of homemade spicy sauce in front of sliced bread.

    I look forward to making my favorite grilled turkey reubens for St. Patrick's Day every spring.

    Normally, I use prepared Thousand Island dressing for the sauce but I finally found the perfect homemade spicy sauce substitute.

    Made with just 5 ingredients you likely already have on hand, this creamy sandwich spread also makes a delicious dip for shrimp.

    The best part? You can adjust the cayenne pepper to make it as mild or as spicy as you prefer!

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    Ingredients

    The ingredients to make homemade spicy sauce is on the counter.

    You likely have all of these easy ingredients on hand in your fridge or pantry:

    • Mayonnaise: I used one made with olive oil so it is lighter, but you can use whichever mayo you prefer.
    • Ketchup
    • Prepared Horseradish: Not horseradish sauce, just plain horseradish. I found ours in the seafood department at our grocery store.
    • Cayenne Pepper
    • Sugar

    5-Minute Prep

    This recipe couldn't be easier. Simply add the ingredients to a small mixing bowl and stir them together!

    The ingredients for the spicy sauce are in the mixing bowl.

    If you're nervous about the cayenne pepper, start with just a dash and taste it. You can always add a little more if you want it spicier.

    The creamy sauce has been stirred together.

    Look at that gorgeous creamy pink sandwich spread!

    I love it on my favorite turkey reuben but it would be delicious with any sandwich made with roast beef, ham, or veggies!

    A sandwich board has a jar of spicy sauce in a mason jar.

    If you’ve tried this easy spicy sauce or any other recipe on PeanutBlossom.com please don’t forget to rate the recipe and let me know where you found it in the comments below. I love hearing from you!
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    A mason jar of homemade spicy sauce in front of sliced bread.

    Spicy Sauce

    5 from 1 vote
    This creamy, spicy sauce is the perfect sandwich spread for a grilled rueben. It also makes an excellent dip or drizzle for shrimp.
    TOTAL TIME 5 minutes minutes
    PREP TIME 5 minutes minutes
    YIELD 2 cups of sauce
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    Ingredients
      

    • ½ cup mayonnaise
    • ⅓ cup ketchup
    • 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
    • ½ teaspoon sugar
    • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

    Instructions

    • Stir together all the ingredients in a small mixing bowl.
    • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.
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    CUISINEAmerican
    AUTHORTiffany Dahle

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