Have you ever tried McDonald’s Cajun sauce? It has a sweet and spicy taste with a slight kick of pepper. Well, yeah, the very description itself makes everyone’s mouth water.
Our chef whipped up an exact replica of McDonald’s Cajun Sauce in no time, as it took him less than five minutes to perfect it.
Making this sauce is exceptionally easy. All the ingredients can be found in any nearby grocery store. Then, combine everything well to treat yourself to this delectable sauce.
So, let us now get into the details of this spicy and flavorful condiment.
Equipment Required
- Small Bowls: I use small bowls to assemble all the ingredients before starting with the sauce.
- Large Bowl: You will need a large bowl to mix all the ingredients nicely.
- Blender: I use a blender to combine all the ingredients; you can also use a whisk or a spoon to mix the ingredients.
- Airtight Container: While I use an airtight container to store this sauce in the fridge, you can use any jar or container with a lid to ensure the sauce is covered before being refrigerated.
McDonald’s Cajun Sauce Ingredients & Substitutions
Note: The ingredients used in this recipe will help you make one cup.
- ¼ Cup Mayonnaise: You can also substitute sour cream or Greek yogurt for mayo in this recipe.
- 1 Tbsp Dijon Mustard: Spicy brown mustard, stone-ground mustard or yellow mustard can also be used in this recipe.
- ½ Tsp Cayenne Pepper: If you don’t have cayenne pepper, you can also use jalapeno powder or paprika.
- ¼ Tsp Garlic Powder: Granulated garlic can be substituted instead of garlic powder in this sauce.
- ¼ Tsp Onion Powder
- 1 Tbsp Ketchup
- 1 Tbsp Hot Sauce: You can also use chili powder or, gochujang, or Tabasco as a substitute.
- ½ Tsp Nutritional Yeast: You can use vegetable bouillon powder or miso paste as an alternative option in this recipe.
- 1 Tbsp Honey: I have tried this sauce using maple syrup instead of honey, and it tastes amazing. You can also use light corn syrup or golden syrup as an alternative.
- Salt and Pepper, To Taste
Preparation And Cooking Time
Preparation Time | Total Time |
---|---|
5 Minutes | 10 Minutes |
How To Make McDonald’s Cajun Sauce At Home
Step 1
Add mayonnaise, onion powder, and garlic powder in a large bowl.
Step 2
Then add Dijon mustard and hot sauce to the bowl.
Step 3
Next, add black pepper and cayenne pepper to the bowl.
Step 4
Now add nutritional yeast and ketchup to the bowl.
Step 5
Add honey and salt and mix all the ingredients until well combined. Store the sauce in an airtight container or a jar with a lid and refrigerate it.
Step 6
Your McDonald’s Cajun Sauce is ready.
Expert Tips That I Recommend
- I always use fresh and quality ingredients while making this sauce as they enhance the flavor of the sauce.
- This sauce contains quite a number of spices. Therefore, you can adjust its flavors according to your taste and preferences. For instance, I like this sauce to be a little sweeter, so I add extra honey.
- I generally make this sauce a day before and let it rest in my refrigerator overnight. This resting time allows the sauce flavors to meld together and develop a richer taste.
- You can also experiment with the ingredients to make this sauce more flavorful. For instance, I add a splash of lemon juice to give it a slight pinch of tanginess.
- I also love adding freshness to this sauce with fresh herbs like parsley, thyme, rosemary, etc.
FAQs About McDonald’s Cajun Sauce
Nutritional Information Per Serving
This simple and easy-to-make Cajun sauce is not healthy to eat on a daily basis, as it is rich in calories and saturated fat.
Calories | 481 kcal |
Calcium | 22 mg |
Sugar | 21 g |
Carbohydrates | 25 g |
Cholesterol | 24 mg |
Fat | 43 g |
Fiber | 1 g |
Iron | 1 mg |
Monounsaturated Fat | 10 g |
Polyunsaturated Fat | 25 g |
Potassium | 160 mg |
Protein | 2 g |
Saturated Fat | 7 g |
Sodium | 1002 mg |
Trans Fat | 1 g |
Vitamin A | 561 IU |
Vitamin C | 11 mg |
This Cajun sauce recipe is suitable for people following a gluten-free, sugar-free, and a dairy-free diet.
Recipe Variations For Different Diets
- Vegan Diet: Mayonnaise is the only ingredient that can hinder people from following a vegan diet. So, if you are following this diet, you can replace mayonnaise with vegan mayonnaise or Greek yogurt.
- Keto-Friendly Diet: The only ingredient used in this recipe that comes in the way of a keto diet is ketchup. I generally use tomato puree instead of ketchup in this recipe to make this sauce suitable for a keto-diet
- Sodium-Free Diet: People following a sodium-free diet can use Nu-salt instead of regular salt to make this sauce.
Storing This Recipe
Refrigerator: I generally keep the leftover Cajun sauce in an airtight container, where it can last for about two weeks. Since this sauce is mayonnaise-based, it cannot be frozen, as its texture will spoil when frozen.
What To Serve With This Recipe
I love having this Cajun sauce with Fries, Mozzarella Sticks, and Crispy Chicken Tenders. However, this sauce is so versatile that it doesn’t have to be limited to just being a dip.
Printable Version
McDonald’s Cajun Sauce Recipe
Ingredients
- ¼ Cup Mayonnaise
- 1 Tbsp Dijon Mustard
- ½ Tsp Cayenne Pepper
- ¼ Tsp Garlic Powder
- ¼ Tsp Onion Powder
- 1 Tbsp Ketchup
- 1 Tbsp Hot Sauce
- ½ Tsp Nutritional Yeast
- 1 Tbsp Honey
- Salt and Pepper To Taste
Equipment
- Small Bowls
- Large Bowl
- Blender
- Airtight Container
Instructions
- Add mayonnaise, onion powder, and garlic powder in a large bowl.
- Then add Dijon mustard and hot sauce to the bowl.
- Next, add black pepper and cayenne pepper to the bowl.
- Now add nutritional yeast and ketchup to the bowl.
- Add honey and salt and mix all the ingredients until well combined. Store the sauce in an airtight container or a jar with a lid and refrigerate it.
- Your McDonald's Cajun Sauce is ready.
Notes
- I always use fresh and quality ingredients while making this sauce as they enhance the flavor of the sauce.
- This sauce contains quite a number of spices. Therefore, you can adjust its flavors according to your taste and preferences. For instance, I like this sauce to be a little sweeter, so I add extra honey.
- I generally make this sauce a day before and let it rest in my refrigerator overnight. This resting time allows the sauce flavors to meld together and develop a richer taste.
- You can also experiment with the ingredients to make this sauce more flavorful. For instance, I add a splash of lemon juice to give it a slight pinch of tanginess.
- I also love adding freshness to this sauce with fresh herbs like parsley, thyme, rosemary, etc.
Nutrition
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Conclusion
This McDonald’s Cajun sauce recipe is simple and easy to make yet packed with flavors. It is such a versatile sauce that it can be used as a dip, spread, or salad dressing.
Follow the above-given recipe along with some tips and tricks to recreate the exact copycat version of McDonald’s Cajun sauce.