2 Irresistible Sauce Recipes: Can’s Sauce & Burger Sauce for Bold Flavor
Make flavorful Can's Sauce and Burger Sauce with easy steps. Perfect for burgers, fries, and more! These sauces are versatile, easy to customize, and elevate any meal with bold flavors.
Equipment
- Small saucepan
- Mixing bowl
- Spoon or whisk
- Airtight containers (for storage)
Ingredients
Can's Sauce
- 1 can 15 oz crushed tomatoes
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh basil Optional
Burger Sauce
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp yellow mustard
- 1 tbsp pickle juice
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp hot sauce Optional
- ½ tsp Worcestershire sauce Optional
Instructions
Can's Sauce
- Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Add tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes. Add crushed tomatoes, balsamic vinegar, sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer for 5-7 minutes. Stir in fresh basil if desired.
Burger Sauce
- In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, pickle juice, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper. Add Worcestershire sauce and hot sauce if desired. Mix until smooth.
- Chill for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Adjust salt levels as preferred.
- For a thicker Can's Sauce, add more tomato paste or simmer longer.
Twists and Variations
- Spicy Sriracha Burger Sauce: Swap ketchup for sriracha and add lime juice.
- Smoky Chipotle Can’s Sauce: Add chopped chipotles in adobo.
- Herb-Infused Burger Sauce: Add fresh herbs like dill or chives.
- Sweet and Tangy Can’s Sauce: Stir in 1 tbsp of honey or maple syrup.
- Vegan Burger Sauce: Substitute mayonnaise with vegan mayo.
Tips for Perfecting
- Taste & Balance: Adjust acidity, sweetness, and salt levels as desired.
- Make Ahead: Flavors improve after resting in the fridge.
- Fresh Herbs: Finely chop fresh herbs for smooth integration.
- Spice Caution: Start with less spice and add gradually.
