Boom Boom Sauce

Boom Boom Sauce is one of those dip recipes that instantly upgrades anything you serve it with, whether it’s burgers, fries, or game day snacks. It’s bold, creamy, a little spicy, and comes together in just minutes with ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen. You can make it ahead and keep it chilled for when you need a party dip that's quick and packed with flavor. It’s the kind of sauce that disappears fast at BBQs or parties, so make a double batch or even a triple if you can.

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Prep Time: 5

Total Time: 5

Course: Dips, Sauce, Seasoning

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Boom Boom Sauce

Servings:

Calories: 74kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

¼ cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon ketchup
1 tablespoon sweet chili sauce
1 teaspoon garlic powder
¾ teaspoon sriracha adjust to taste

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Instructions

In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, ketchup, sweet chili sauce, garlic powder, and sriracha until smooth and well combined.
¼ cup mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon ketchup, 1 tablespoon sweet chili sauce, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, ¾ teaspoon sriracha
Taste and adjust the level of sriracha for more or less heat, if desired.
Transfer the sauce to an airtight container and refrigerate until ready to use.

Notes

Choose your mayonnaise wisely: Use quality mayo for a rich, silky texture, or swap in vegan mayonnaise if you prefer a dairy-free and egg-free option.
Enhance the depth: Use onion powder along with garlic powder for a deeper, savory note, and mix in a little Dijon mustard if you want a touch of tang and complexity. Together, they round out the sauce nicely.
Adjust the flavor: Add a dash of smoked paprika or lime juice for a fun twist, or a pinch of cayenne pepper for extra heat. These small tweaks give the sauce a balanced mix of spice and brightness without overpowering the creamy base.
Season it right: Sprinkle in a small pinch of black pepper to sharpen the flavor and balance the sweetness from the chili sauce, and use kosher salt for seasoning control so every bite tastes well-rounded without being too salty.
Let it chill: Don’t skip this part; resting the sauce in the fridge deepens the flavor.
Store properly: Keep it in an airtight container so it stays fresh longer. Avoid leaving it uncovered or in a loosely sealed container, as it can dry out or pick up unwanted fridge odors.
Serve at room temperature: Let it sit out for a few minutes before serving for a smoother, creamier texture.
Double the batch: It’s one of those crowd-favorite dipping sauces that disappear quickly, so making extra is always a great idea.

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