Name: Freddy’s Fry Sauce Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Ingredients: 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 1/4 cup ketchup; 2 teaspoons pickle juice (or dill pickle relish juice); 1 teaspoon sugar; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/4 teaspoon onion powder; 1/4 teaspoon paprika; Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)

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If you’ve ever been to Freddy’s, you know how addictive their fry sauce is. Creamy, tangy, and slightly sweet, it’s the perfect dip for fries, onion rings, and burgers. The best part? You can make this famous sauce at home in just minutes.

This homemade version tastes just like the one at Freddy’s. It uses simple pantry ingredients, comes together in one bowl, and is ready in under 5 minutes. Once you try it, you’ll never want plain ketchup again!

What is Freddy’s Fry Sauce?

Freddy’s Fry Sauce is a signature dipping sauce served at Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers. It’s a mix of mayonnaise, ketchup, and seasonings that creates a balance of creamy, tangy, and savory flavors.

Unlike plain ketchup or mayo, this sauce has more depth, thanks to the pickle juice and spices. It pairs perfectly with Freddy’s thin-cut shoestring fries but is also great on burgers, hot dogs, and even chicken tenders.

What Does Freddy’s Fry Sauce Taste Like?

The taste is creamy, tangy, and slightly sweet.

Creamy from the mayo.
Tangy from the pickle juice.
Sweet and savory from the ketchup and spices.

It’s a balanced sauce that enhances any fried or grilled food.

Ingredients You’ll Need

1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup ketchup
2 teaspoons pickle juice (or dill pickle relish juice)
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon paprika
Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)

Instructions – How to Make Freddy’s Fry Sauce

Step 1 – Mix the Base
Add mayonnaise and ketchup to a medium bowl. Stir until smooth and creamy.

Step 2 – Add Flavorings
Mix in pickle juice, sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and cayenne. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Step 3 – Chill
Cover and refrigerate the sauce for at least 30 minutes. This allows the flavors to blend together.

Step 4 – Serve
Serve with fries, onion rings, burgers, hot dogs, or chicken tenders.

Tips for the Best Fry Sauce

Chill before serving: Makes the flavors richer.
Adjust to taste: Add more pickle juice for tang, or more sugar for sweetness.
Make it spicy: Add hot sauce or extra cayenne.
Use quality mayo: It makes a big difference in flavor and creaminess.

What to Serve with Freddy’s Fry Sauce

French fries (thin-cut like Freddy’s are best)
Onion rings
Burgers and sandwiches
Hot dogs
Grilled chicken or chicken tenders
Veggie sticks (like carrots or celery)

Storage Tips

Store in an airtight container in the fridge.
Keeps fresh for up to 1 week.
Stir before serving if it separates.

Nutrition (per 2 tablespoons)

Calories: 90
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 1.5g
Cholesterol: 5mg
Sodium: 160mg
Carbohydrates: 2g
Sugars: 1g
Protein: 0g

FAQs About Freddy’s Fry Sauce

Q: Can I make it without pickle juice?
Yes, but it won’t have the same tang. Try lemon juice or vinegar instead.

Q: Can I use Miracle Whip instead of mayo?
You can, but it will make the sauce sweeter and tangier.

Q: How long should it chill before serving?
At least 30 minutes, but overnight is even better.

Q: Can I double the recipe?
Yes, just scale the ingredients up as needed.

Conclusion

Freddy’s Fry Sauce is the ultimate dip—creamy, tangy, and addictively good. It takes only a few ingredients and a few minutes to prepare, yet it transforms fries, burgers, and more into something special.

Next time you crave Freddy’s flavor at home, whip up a batch of this sauce. Your fries will thank you!