This easy onion ring dipping sauce is creamy, tangy, and just the right amount of spicy. With simple ingredients you probably already have in your fridge, this homemade sauce beats anything you’ll find in a bottle and it’s ready in minutes.
Whether you’re making frozen onion rings, homemade onion rings, or picking them up from your favorite drive-thru, this dip will upgrade every bite.
What Is Onion Ring Dipping Sauce?
Onion ring dipping sauce is a creamy condiment usually made with a mayo and ketchup base, often seasoned with horseradish, paprika, and cayenne for heat.
You’ve likely had a version of it at Outback Steakhouse, or even some fast food chains like Red Robin, or Burger King. It’s that orangish zingy pink sauce that’s good on everything from fries to burgers.
Some call it bloomin’ onion sauce, spicy mayo, or fry sauce, but this easy onion ring dipping sauce is made specifically for onion rings and balanced for that perfect sweet-heat-creamy combo.
Variations on Onion Ring Dipping Sauce
If you’re in the mood to experiment, try these fun flavor swaps:
BBQ Style
Replace ketchup with BBQ sauce for a smoky kick.
Ranch Remix
Add 1 tablespoon of ranch dressing or ranch seasoning to mellow out the heat and boost the creaminess.
Extra Spicy
Double the cayenne or stir in a splash of hot sauce for a fiery version.
Copycat Bloomin Onion Ring Sauce Ingredients
To make this quick homemade dipping sauce, you’ll need:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons horseradish (prepared, not raw)
- 1 teaspoon garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon oregano
- salt & pepper to taste
How to Make Onion Ring Dipping Sauce
- Combine the ingredients: In a small mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, horseradish, paprika, and cayenne pepper until smooth and creamy.
- Let it chill: Cover and refrigerate the sauce for a half an hour, if you have time. This step helps the flavors blend and gives the sauce that restaurant-style depth.
- Serve and dip: Serve chilled with hot, crispy onion rings. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Serving Ideas
This sauce was made for onion rings but don’t stop there. Try it as:
- A burger spread
- French fry dip
- Air fryer veggie dip (especially zucchini chips or sweet potato fries)
- Sauce for chicken tenders or nuggets
You can also serve it as part of a dipping sauce flight for game day appetizers.
More Easy Recipes to Try
- Creamy Sauce for Fried Green Tomatoes
- Easy Fried Green Tomatoes Recipe
- Crispy Skillet Potatoes
- Crispy Oven Baked Potato Wedges (Extra Crunchy + Easy Recipe)
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Onion Ring Dipping Sauce
Creamy onion ring dipping sauce with a kick! This bloomin' onion sauce copycat is tangy, perfect for fries, burgers, or rings and so easy.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons horseradish (prepared, not raw)
- 1 teaspoon garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon oregano
- salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, ketchup, horseradish, paprika, and cayenne pepper, oregano, garlic, salt and pepper, until smooth and creamy.
- Cover and refrigerate the sauce for a half hour, if you have time. This step helps the flavors blend and gives the sauce that restaurant-style depth.
- Serve chilled with hot, crispy onion rings. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Notes
Replace ketchup with BBQ sauce for a smoky kick.
Add 1 tablespoon of ranch dressing or ranch seasoning to mellow out the heat and boost the creaminess.
Double the cayenne or stir in a splash of hot sauce for a fiery version.
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