Transform those last remnants of ketchup in the bottle into a delightful Marie Rose-style dressing with ease, requiring no extra dishes. This recipe blends mayonnaise, chili sauce, lemon juice, and a dash of your favorite spirit to create a creamy, tangy, and slightly spicy sauce in mere minutes.
To prepare this Ketchup Bottle Marie Rose Sauce, you’ll need just five minutes and a few simple ingredients. Gather 4 to 5 tablespoons of mayonnaise, 1 teaspoon of sweet vermouth, vodka, brandy, or cognac, and 1 to 3 tablespoons of sriracha, Tabasco, or another chili sauce to taste. Add a small squeeze of lemon juice, flaky sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper, along with about 1 to 2 tablespoons of ketchup left in the bottle. Paprika can be added for an optional finishing touch.
Begin by leaving the remaining ketchup in the bottle, ensuring there’s enough room for the other ingredients. Combine the mayonnaise, chosen spirit, chili sauce, and lemon juice directly in the ketchup bottle. Season lightly with salt and generously with black pepper. Secure the lid tightly and shake the bottle vigorously to thoroughly blend the ingredients into a smooth, creamy sauce.
Taste the dressing and adjust the flavors to your preference. You can add more chili sauce for an extra kick, lemon juice for a zesty touch, or more mayonnaise to mellow the heat and enhance creaminess. Once satisfied, squeeze the sauce directly over your dishes, and consider sprinkling a bit of paprika on top for added color and flavor.
This versatile sauce is perfect for complementing prawn cocktails featuring prawns, avocado, lettuce, and cucumber. It also pairs well drizzled over burgers, salads, roasted vegetables, or even crispy avocado fries. This recipe is particularly handy for transforming the last bit of ketchup into something new and delicious rather than letting it go to waste.