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Homemade Russian salad dressing in a small bowl

Traditional Russian dressing

Russian dressing is a creamy, tangy blend of mayonnaise, ketchup, and savory seasonings, often enhanced with a hint of horseradish or Worcestershire sauce. This dressing adds a delicious, balanced kick to any dish, from sandwiches to burgers, or as a zesty dip for fries and veggies.
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Prep Time 7 minutes
Course Condiment
Cuisine American
Servings 6

Nutrition

Calories: 100kcal

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon horseradish optional, for extra kick
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar or lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped pickles or pickle relish
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise and ketchup until smooth.
  • Stir in the horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, vinegar, sugar, and chopped pickles.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Adjust the flavors to your preference and serve immediately or refrigerate for later use.

Notes

You can have some common issues when making homemade Russian dressing. Here are some solutions:
Issue Solution
Too thin Add more mayonnaise
Too thick Thin with a little vinegar or lemon juice
Too sweet Add more horseradish or a dash of hot sauce
Too tangy Balance with a pinch of sugar
Separation Whisk vigorously or blend again before serving
Keyword classic American dressings, homemade condiment, homemade salad dressing, mayonnaise-based sauce, pickle relish dressing, Reuben sandwich spread, Russian dressing, spicy dipping sauce, thousand island alternative
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