Doc Ford's Yucatan Sauce Recipe
The first time I tasted this sauce, I was sitting near the water. Warm air. Salty breeze. This Doc Ford's Yucatan Sauce Recipe brings that feeling home.
Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt to taste
Instructions
Prepare your workspace
- Set out all ingredients and tools. This makes mixing quick and stress free.
Add mayonnaise
- Place mayonnaise into a mixing bowl. This forms the creamy base.
Add lime juice
- Pour fresh lime juice into the bowl. It adds bright tangy flavor.
Add mustard
- Spoon in yellow mustard. This gives color and classic bite.
Add honey
- Drizzle honey into the mixture. It balances the spice nicely.
Add dry spices
- Add garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne and smoked paprika.
Whisk until smooth
- Whisk everything together until creamy and well blended.
Season with salt
- Add salt slowly. Taste as you go to avoid over seasoning.
Warm gently
- Heat sauce in a small pan on low. Stir gently for five minutes.
Cool and serve
- Let sauce cool slightly. Serve warm or chilled as desired.
Notes
- Use fresh lime juice only
- Adjust cayenne for heat level
- Add minced garlic for extra bite
- Use Greek yogurt for lighter sauce
- Add chopped cilantro for freshness
- Chill for deeper flavor
- Double recipe for parties