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Copycat Triple Juicy Burger with bacon, white cheddar, and Diner Q sauce on a brioche bun

Denny's Diner Q Sauce (Copycat)

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Author: Laurie Fleming
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Chill Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 8 Servings

Description

This smoky, tangy copycat Denny's Diner Q sauce takes 5 minutes to whisk together with pantry staples. Spread it on burgers or serve it as a dip for fries, onion rings, and chicken tenders.

Ingredients 

  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup smoky barbecue sauce
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • 1 tablespoon dill pickle relish, or 1 tablespoon pickle juice
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar, or honey
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon of cayenne pepper, optional
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Combine the base. Add the mayonnaise, barbecue sauce, ketchup, mustard, relish, and Worcestershire sauce to a medium bowl.
  • Add the seasonings. Sprinkle in the brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne. Whisk until completely smooth.
  • Taste and adjust. Add more BBQ sauce for extra smokiness, more mustard for tang, or more cayenne for heat. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Chill. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes so the flavors can blend. Stir before serving.

Equipment

  • Medium mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • Airtight container for storage

Notes

  • Smoother sauce: Use pickle juice instead of relish.
  • Lighter version: Swap half the mayonnaise for plain Greek yogurt.
  • Storage: Keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Do not freeze.
  • Best BBQ sauce: A smoky, hickory-style sauce gives the most "Q" flavor

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 122kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 0.4gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 6mgSodium: 266mgPotassium: 55mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 190IUVitamin C: 0.4mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 0.3mg