Mississippi Comeback Sauce is a Southern classic—a versatile and incredibly delicious sauce that’s perfect for dipping, spreading on sandwiches, or drizzling over fried foods. It’s a creamy, tangy, and slightly spicy condiment that gets better as it sits, allowing all the flavors to meld into a unique and irresistible sauce.
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
| Mayonnaise | 1 cup |
| Ketchup | ¼ cup |
| Chili sauce | ¼ cup |
| Dijon mustard | 1 teaspoon |
| Onion powder | 1 teaspoon |
| Garlic powder | 1 teaspoon |
| Worcestershire sauce | 2 teaspoons |
| Ground black pepper | ½ teaspoon |
| Tabasco sauce | ½ teaspoon |
| Olive oil | ¼ cup |
| Juice of one lemon | From a whole lemon |
Step-By-Step Instructions:
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium-sized bowl, combine all the ingredients: the 1 cup mayonnaise, ¼ cup ketchup, ¼ cup chili sauce, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, 1 tsp onion powder, 1 tsp garlic powder, 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce, ½ tsp ground black pepper, ½ tsp Tabasco sauce, ¼ cup olive oil, and the juice of one lemon.
- Mix & Chill: Whisk or stir all the ingredients together until they are smooth and well combined. Cover the bowl and store the sauce in the refrigerator overnight. It is crucial to let the sauce sit for several hours to allow the flavors to “come back” and become fully acquainted with each other.
- Serve: Give the sauce a final stir before serving. It’s best served chilled. Enjoy!
This sauce is delicious with fried chicken, French fries, onion rings, and even as a dressing on a salad.
