RUSSIAN DRESSING IS JUST AS GOOD ON FRIES, PIZZA & FISH AS IT IS ON SANDWICHES
Russian dressing is one of those classic mayo-based sauces that can kind of go with everything. While it's best known served on the classic Reuben, this simple, savory dressing goes way beyond the sandwich. All you need are a handful of ingredients to create this crowd-pleasing dressing; make it, then keep it stored in the fridge to upgrade any (and every) meal. Use this recipe to make our idea of the perfect Russian dressing, or use it as a jumping-off point to create your own ideal sauce. Here's everything you need to know:
What People Are Saying:
"Really good and easy to make dressing. Way better than the store brought one. Amazing with just a green salad, in a sandwich or with seafood. - staple to have on hand!" - Frederique
How To Make Russian Dressing
INGREDIENTS
- Mayonnaise: As the base of this dressing, mayonnaise provides the ultimate smooth, fatty flavor that carries the tanginess from the ketchup and relish.
- Ketchup-Style Chili Sauce or Ketchup: We love ketchup-style chili sauce because it gives this dressing even more of a bite with its added acidity. If you prefer, you can always just use regular ketchup!
- Sweet Relish: Sweet relish brings both the pickle and the sweetness to this dressing that makes it feel balanced and delicious.
- Horseradish (optional): We love the sharpness of horseradish and how it plays with the sweet relish and ketchup in this dressing, but if you’re not a fan, you can certainly leave this out!
- Worcestershire Sauce: Worcestershire plays a couple of roles in this dressing, bringing both the umami flavor and an extra layer of salt that mellows out the acidity of the other ingredients.
- Garlic Powder: Garlic powder gives this sauce even more flavor and punch to really help you level it up!
STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS
This dressing could not be easier to make. Simple mix all of the ingredients together in a medium bowl (so you have room to whisk) and then season with salt and pepper.
Make sure you scrape the bottom and sides of the bowl so that all of the ingredients get incorporated!
The full list of ingredients and directions can be found in the recipe below.
How To Use Russian Dressing
When you think of Russian dressing, your mind probably goes to the Reuben sandwich first. We like to think beyond the sandwich and add this dressing to all of our favorite Reuben-inspired recipes, like our Reuben nachos, Reuben squares, Reuben bowls, Reuben casserole, Reuben pickle bites, and Reuben-stuffed chicken.
That being said, your options don’t stop with the Reuben! Smear this on a burger, drizzle it over some fish tacos, or use it to glaze some grilled chicken. The options are truly endless with this versatile sauce.
Storage
Once made, Russian dressing can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Yields: 1 cup
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Ingredients
- 1/2 c.
mayonnaise
- 3 tbsp.
ketchup-style chili sauce or ketchup
- 4 tsp.
sweet relish
- 2
to 4 tsp. prepared horseradish (optional)
- 1 tsp.
Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 tsp.
garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp.
kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp.
freshly ground black pepper
Directions
- In a medium bowl, mix mayonnaise, chili sauce, relish, horseradish (if using), Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Make Ahead: Dressing can be made 2 weeks ahead. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
