Name: Burger Sauce Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Ingredients: ½ cup mayonnaise; 4 teaspoons Dijon mustard; 6 tablespoons BBQ sauce (Blue’s Hog Original recommended); 2 teaspoons Worcestershire Sauce; ¼ teaspoon kosher salt; 1 teaspoon ground black pepper; ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper

I can’t eat a burger without my favorite burger sauce on top! It’s sweet, spicy, and tangy– the best of all worlds! A simple mixture of mayo, Dijon, BBQ sauce, Worcestershire, and a couple of spices creates the most delicious flavor, and it couldn’t be easier to make. I love to use this special burger sauce on just about any sandwich. It’s that good.

a small jar filled with homemade burger sauce, with a spoon sticking out of it

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What I love best about this burger sauce recipe is how easy it is to make. It only takes 5 minutes to gather everything up from the pantry and stir it all together. I almost always have all of he ingredients on hand, so I never have to be without my favorite sauce!

What’s in This Burger Sauce Recipe?

Mayonnaise: This is the base of any classic burger sauce because it creates that creamy consistency. Feel free to use a full-fat or low-fat version.
Dijon Mustard: This has a distinctive, tangy flavor that blends nicely with the other ingredients.
BBQ Sauce: You can use any kind you like to make the sauce more tangy, sweet, spicy, or smokey. I like to use a spicy and tangy variety.
Worcestershire Sauce: This adds a complex flavor that is savory, tangy, and a little sweet all at the same time.
Seasoning: A bit of salt and pepper helps balance the taste, and crushed red pepper gives it a little kick.

front view of a cheeseburger, with a jar of sauce off to the side

Tips for Success

If using a barbecue sauce with a little less kick, try adding another ½ teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon white vinegar, and ½ teaspoon chili powder.
Try adding pickle relish if you want more texture, and a tangy vinegar taste.
Mix in some hot sauce or sriracha if you really like it spicy.
Use plain Greek yogurt instead of mayo for a lighter sauce.

How to Store

Store homemade burger sauce in an airtight container, and keep it in the refrigerator up to 2 months. I like to make a larger batch (double or triple the ingredients) so I have it on hand through all of grilling season!