Finger foods are better with dip… including this Onion Ring Sauce (which is great on fries too)!
This recipe for homemade onion ring sauce is so yummy, you’ll want to dip and dunk more than just onion rings for sure! Best of all, we bet you have all the ingredients you need in the pantry and refrigerator.
A Zesty Dip
- Onion ring sauce super easy to make and totally adjustable so it can be spicy, zesty, or sweet.
- Make more than one batch, because it will go fast once you start finding all the amazing ways to use it.
- It’s not only great as a dipping sauce for Onion Rings, Air Fryer Fries, and more, it’s a spread for all kinds of sandwiches, hoagies, and wraps!
- Onion ring sauce is so yummy and versatile, you’ll discover new ways to use it all the time!
What’s in Onion Ring Sauce?
MAYONNAISE & KETCHUP A few basic condiments like mayo and ketchup are mixed with some tangy red wine vinegar.
SEASONING some Cajun seasoning with a dash of sugar. We’re partial to our own blend of Cajun Seasoning but you can create your own seasoning blend or use a package of taco, chile, or Tex-Mex blends.
Variations
Experiment with your favorite flavors or make a new version every time!
- For a bolder flavor, add a teaspoon of horseradish sauce and some sweet pickle relish.
- Some Tabasco sauce will give it a little heat and a bit of honey will make it sweeter, which is excellent for dipping Fried Shrimp into!
How to Make Onion Ring Sauce
This sauce doesn’t even need cooking, it’s that easy. 1, 2, and done!
- Whisk all of the ingredients together in a bowl until the sauce is smooth.
- Store in a mason jar or other container with a tightly fitting lid in the refrigerator.
It’s perfect for air-fried or even baked onion rings. Use it to dip blooming onion petals too!
How to Store It
- Onion ring sauce will last a couple of weeks in the refrigerator.
- Stir or shake well before using.
- Since this is a mayo-based sauce, it doesn’t freeze well. It’s super easy to whip up a fresh batch whenever you need a zesty, tasty sauce!
Use Onion Ring Sauce With…
- Air Fryer Potato Wedges – perfectly seasoned
- Zucchini Fries – oven-baked until crispy
- Homemade Tater Tots – so easy to make
- Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks – filled with ooey-gooey cheese
- Crispy Fried Dill Pickles – with panko breading
Did you try this Onion Ring Sauce? Be sure to leave a rating and a comment below!
Onion Ring Sauce
Ingredients
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- ½ tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon cajun seasoning
- ½ teaspoon granulated sugar
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a small bowl and mix until fully combined
- Store in the refrigerator.
Notes
- chipotle powder
- chopped jalapenos
- fresh garlic
- fresh herbs (dill is a favorite)
Nutrition Information
Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.
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very good and easy to whip up
I am so glad you enjoyed this recipe Marian!
Thank you for this recipe! It took my home fried onion rings from great to fantastic! So nice to be able to whip it up while I was doing the frying. :-D
I am so glad you enjoyed this recipe!
Ooh – this was good! I was concerned it wouldn’t be spicy enough, but it has the perfect amount of kick. I actually didn’t have ketchup, so I used BBQ sauce – so gooood. Thanks and Merry Christmas!
I just loved the onion sauce recipe. I added: horseradish, dill, and Emeril’s Essence Seasoning (that I made from his recipe).
I sure will be making this again.
Love your additions, thanks for sharing Ellen!
Easy & delicious ! Made this Onion Ring dipping sauce to go with your Air Fryer Onion Rings. Really great. Thanks
This dipping sauce is so tasty! Great for onion rings or french fries. I think this would go great on a burger or sandwich as well. I added a little extra cajun seasoning for an extra little kick. Thank you for this recipe!
You’re welcome Stephanie. Love the idea of a little kick!