Thousand Island Tartar Sauce Secret Sauce Recipe

Accidentally amazing! This recipe recreates that addictive secret sauce you find on burgers, but starts with a ketchup-heavy tartar sauce twist. Perfect for fish sticks, burgers, or anything that needs a creamy, tangy kick! This quick and easy recipe is ready in minutes and will become your new go-to condiment.

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 5 mins

Calories 781.6 kcal

Protein 7g

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Ingredients for Thousand Island Tartar Sauce Secret Sauce

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How to Make Thousand Island Tartar Sauce Secret Sauce

In a medium bowl, combine 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup ketchup, 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish, 1 tablespoon yellow mustard, 1 teaspoon white vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
Stir well to thoroughly combine all ingredients.
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Add more ketchup for a sweeter sauce, more vinegar for tang, or more relish for extra crunch.
Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

117 g

Sugar

91g

Fat

38g

Carbs

26g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Thousand Island Tartar Sauce Secret Sauce?

Thousand Island Tartar Sauce Secret Sauce takes about 10 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 5 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Thousand Island Tartar Sauce Secret Sauce?

Thousand Island Tartar Sauce Secret Sauce has approximately 781.6 calories per serving, with about 7 g protein, 26 g carbohydrates and 82 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Thousand Island Tartar Sauce Secret Sauce?

The key ingredients for Thousand Island Tartar Sauce Secret Sauce are Mayonnaise, Ketchup, Mustard, Dill Pickle Relish, Lemon Juice. See the full list with measurements above.