Comeback sauce is a creamy, tangy Southern condiment that comes together in a blender in just 5 minutes. Made with mayo, ketchup, chili sauce, fresh lemon juice, and warm spices, it's a versatile sauce for fried foods, burgers, and dips.
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Prepare the following, adding each to a blender or food processor with the blade attachment as you complete it: Juice 1 large lemon until you have 1/4 cup, coarsely chop 1 medium yellow onion until you have 1/2 cup, and coarsely chop 2 garlic cloves.
Add 1 cup mayonnaise, 1/2 cup ketchup, 1/2 cup chili sauce, 1/2 cup safflower oil, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 tablespoon paprika, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, 1 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard. Blend until smooth, about 1 minute.
Storage: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 1 month.
Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 1 month. No reheating needed; serve chilled or at room temperature.
blender or food processor
Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 1 month.
Yes, a food processor works equally well. Whisk ingredients by hand for a chunkier texture, though it won't be as smooth.
Fried chicken, fried seafood, burgers, fries, sandwiches, or as a dip for vegetables and fried appetizers.
Sriracha, hot sauce, or additional ketchup work as replacements, though the flavor will shift from the original Southern profile.
Neutral oils like safflower, canola, or vegetable oil are ideal to avoid overpowering the sauce's flavor.
