Creole Buttermilk Black Pepper Dressing Recipe

Spice up your Mardi Gras celebration (or any meal!) with this vibrant Creole Buttermilk Black Pepper Dressing! This zesty recipe, adapted from a local Mardi Gras newspaper favorite, delivers the perfect balance of creamy richness and peppery kick. It's surprisingly easy to make – ready in just 10 minutes – and incredibly versatile. Great for salads, it's not overly spicy, making it a crowd-pleaser for all ages. No Creole mustard? No problem! Any good grainy mustard will do.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 615.5 kcal
Protein 10g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Creole Buttermilk Black Pepper Dressing

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How to Make Creole Buttermilk Black Pepper Dressing

  1. In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup sour cream, 2 tablespoons grainy mustard, 1 tablespoon finely chopped shallot, 3 tablespoons buttermilk, 1/2 teaspoon prepared horseradish (optional), 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  2. Whisk vigorously until all ingredients are thoroughly combined and the dressing is smooth and emulsified.
  3. Stir in additional buttermilk, 1 tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

46 g

Sugar

48g

Fat

63g

Carbs

12g