Description

This vibrant and creamy Blooming Onion Sauce is the perfect tangy and mildly spicy complement to a crispy Air Fryer Blooming Onion. Made with a blend of mayonnaise, horseradish, ketchup, and a touch of paprika and cayenne, it offers a zesty kick that enhances the flavor of fried onion petals. Easy to whip up in just minutes, this sauce can be served immediately or chilled for a more developed flavor.

Ingredients

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Sauce Ingredients

½ cup mayonnaise (or a plant-based alternative)
1 Tbsp. ketchup (regular or no sugar added)
2-3 tsp. horseradish (to taste)
½ tsp. paprika
¼ tsp. garlic powder
¼ tsp. oregano (dried)
Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
¼ tsp. salt (to taste)

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Instructions

Mix Ingredients: In a medium-sized bowl, combine the mayonnaise, ketchup, horseradish, paprika, garlic powder, oregano, cayenne pepper (if using), and salt. Whisk thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and all ingredients are well incorporated.
Adjust Flavor: Taste the sauce and add horseradish one teaspoon at a time until it reaches your preferred level of spiciness and tang.
Serve or Store: Serve the sauce immediately alongside your Air Fryer Blooming Onion, or transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 24 hours to allow the flavors to deepen. Enjoy this zesty dip that perfectly complements crispy fried onions!

Notes

For a vegan option, use plant-based mayonnaise and ketchup.
Adjust cayenne pepper carefully to control the spice level.
Refrigerate leftover sauce in an airtight container and consume within 24 hours for best freshness.
Horseradish potency can vary, so add gradually and taste as you go.
This sauce pairs excellently with other fried appetizers such as onion rings or chicken tenders.