Licks Famous Secret Sauce Recipe

Relive Toronto's culinary history with this iconic recipe! Remember Licks, the tiny 2-booth eatery from the late 70s that grew into a city-wide sensation? This is their legendary "secret" sauce, published in a Canadian magazine in 1984. Get ready to recreate a taste of Toronto's past in just 5 minutes!

Prep Time 2 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 10.7 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 4.3 (4 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Licks Famous Secret Sauce

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How to Make Licks Famous Secret Sauce

  1. In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, white vinegar, yellow mustard, sugar, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using).
  2. Whisk all ingredients together until thoroughly combined and smooth.
  3. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Add more sugar for sweetness, vinegar for tang, or cayenne for heat.
  4. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

3g

Fat

1g

Carbs

0g

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