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McDonald’s Cajun Sauce (Copycat)

Close-up of a bowl filled with rich, orange McDonald's Cajun sauce, sprinkled with black pepper and red pepper flakes.

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A quick and easy copycat recipe for McDonald’s Cajun Sauce, perfect for dipping chicken nuggets and fries. This recipe uses common pantry staples and can be adjusted to your preferred spice level.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or more, to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon white vinegar

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise and yellow mustard.
  2. Add paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and white vinegar.
  3. Stir until all ingredients are well combined and the sauce is smooth.
  4. Taste and adjust cayenne pepper for your desired heat level.
  5. Serve immediately with chicken nuggets, fries, or your favorite snacks.

Notes

  • For a milder sauce, reduce or omit the cayenne pepper.
  • For a spicier sauce, increase the cayenne pepper.
  • This sauce pairs well with chicken tenders, onion rings, and even as a sandwich spread.
  • Consider serving this sauce on game day boards for a crowd-pleasing condiment.

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