Comeback Sauce

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18th & Vine Historic District

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Comeback Sauce, plated and ready to serve

Comeback sauce earns its name honestly — once you taste it, you’ll keep coming back for more. This Mississippi original works as a dip for fried catfish, fried green tomatoes, or just about anything crisp that comes out of a skillet.

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Comeback Sauce

A tangy, spiced mayonnaise-based dipping sauce, a Mississippi staple for everything fried.
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 1 cup
Calories: 95kcal

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp sugar-free ketchup
  • 1 tbsp hot sauce
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 clove garlic grated
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Whisk together mayonnaise, sugar-free ketchup, hot sauce, Worcestershire, garlic, and smoked paprika in a bowl until smooth.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Chill at least 20 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.
  • Store in an airtight jar in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tbsp | Calories: 95kcal
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