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    Home » Blog » Sauces, Marinades, and Butters

    Condiment Recipes of All Kinds!

    Published: May 31, 2024 by Karin and Ken · This post may contain affiliate links. Leave a Comment

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    These condiment recipes are perfect for any food or occasion. With flavors ranging from sweet to spicy and textures from thin to creamy and everything in between, you'll find something to love here.

    What is a Condiment?

    Condiments are often thought of as sauces, but they're actually any food preparation added to food to enhance its flavor or appearance. They're generally added to food after it's been cooked and can be wet or dry. Some condiments are used during the cooking process, as well.

    Almost anything used to enhance the flavor of food after it's been cooked is technically a condiment. Even things like salt and pepper are technically condiments. However, for the purposes of this post, we're going to focus on wet condiments, the most common of which are:

    • Ketchup
    • Mustard
    • BBQ sauce
    • Mayonnaise
    • Teriyaki sauce
    • Soy sauce
    • Sour cream
    • Syrups
    • Vinaigrettes

    Mixing Condiments

    While basic condiments are often used on their own, they can also be added to more complex sauces to creat more flavor and texture. For example, fry sauce is a mixture of may, ketchup, and mustard. Another prime example is honey mustard, which combines two basic condiments - honey and mustard - into a new sauce with more flavor.

    Sauces can be combined in a wide variety of ways to produce flavors ranging from purely sweet or spicy to combinations of flavors and all sorts of thicknesses and textures.

    Why These Condiment Recipes Work

    You'll find all kinds of wonderful flavors on this list of condiment recipes, and they can be used in a whole host of recipes ranging from dinners to snacks and everything in between.

    Sauces like onion ketchup and our variety of mayonnaise blends work well on hamburger, hot dogs, and even as dipping sauce for French fries. Meanwhile, our honey mustard is excellent for pretzels or chicken fingers.

    Of course, syrups are perfect on pancakes, waffles, French toast, and even your sausage and bacon.

    The sheer variety of flavors found in our list of sauces ensures that you'll find one for any occasion.

    What to Serve with These Condiment Recipes

    Condiments can be served on or alongside all sorts of dishes. They pair well with almost anything, depending on the type of food. Some foods that are commonly paired with condiments include:

    • BBQ beef, pork, chicken, or seafood
    • Baked or roasted fowl
    • Roasts
    • French fries and sweet potato fries
    • Potato wedges
    • Roasted vegetables
    • Sandwiches

    Why You'll Love These Condiment Recipes

    • Limited Ingredients: These recipes only use a handful of ingredients. They are sauces, after all!
    • Budget-Friendly: All of these recipes are made with simple, basic, affordable ingredients.
    • Easy: These sauces are incredibly easy to make, with the most effort required being sauteeing onions for the onion ketchup.
    • Versatile: These sauces can be used for dipping or as topping. They work with everything!

    FAQ

    Are sauce and condiments the same?

    Yes, and no. All sauces are condiments, but not all condiments are sauces.

    What is a condiment?

    A condiment is any food preparation added to recipes after cooking to enhance their flavor or appearance. Obvious examples include ketchup, mayo, and BBQ sauce. However, technically speaking, things like compound butter and even salt and pepper are condiments.

    What can you do with sauces?

    Sauces have a wide variety of applications. They can be used for dipping or as toppings. They can also be added to recipes or marinades. Finally, sauces can be combined with one another or other condiments to create more complex sauce flavors.

    Delicious Condiment Recipes

    This collection of condiment recipes has something for everyone, every meal, and every occasion. From savory, sweet onion ketchup to spicy aioli, vinaigrettes, syrups, and more, you'll find a huge variety of flavors and textures to add to all your meals.

    Ketchup with Onion
    This ketchup with onions is zingy, sweet, and full of caramelized onions. Onion ketchup makes a great condiment or addition to any sauce.
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    Healthy Honey Mustard Dip
    This healthy honey mustard dipping sauce only uses simple ingredients. It's perfect as a dipping sauce or a sandwich topper.
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    Honey mustard dip with a pretzel being dipped.
    Pesto Mayo
    This pesto mayo recipe is ready in a flash and adds a blast of flavor to everything from sandwiches to hot dogs. Give it a try!
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    Spicy Mayo Sauce
    Spicy mayo sauce makes the perfect dip or, spread or topping. Serve this homemade spicy mayo with fries, pretzels, or as a sandwich spread.
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    Spicy mayo sauce topped with sliced Jalapeño's.
    Honey Mustard Mayo
    This honey mustard mayo dip is terrific. My husband uses three tablespoons honey and two tablespoons mustard. I do the complete opposite. He loves
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    A hot dog being dipped into honey mustard mayo..
    Chipotle Mayonnaise
    Chipotle mayonnaise is smooth and creamy with a kick of heat. This chipotle mayo sauce is perfect for dipping or topping sandwiches.
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    Chipotle Mayonnaise served with a tortilla chip the side.
    Garlic Mayo
    This garlic mayo recipe is so easy, so tasty, and so versatile. Use it as a dip for everything from fries to crackers or as a sandwich spread.
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    A bowl of garlic mayo with a onion ring being dipped into it.
    Bacon Aioli
    This bacon aioli sauce is rich, creamy, and loaded with the smoky flavor of bacon, the tang of lemon, and the bite of garlic.
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    Basil Aioli
    This basil aioli recipe is rich, cream, and loaded with flavor. Tangy citrus and basil come together to create a dip everyone loves.
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    A bowl full of basil aioli.
    Horseradish Aioli
    This horseradish aioli recipe is incredibly easy to make and so good. This creamy, spicy dip has a major kick of horseradish flavor.
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    French fry being dipped in a bowl of horseradish aioli.
    Wasabi Aioli
    This easy-to-make wasabi sauce only requires four ingredients and a couple of minutes to mix up. Use wasabi aioli to add flavor to sandwiches and salads or as a dip for a variety of foods.
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    Wasabi aioli being served on a chicken wrap.
    White Truffle Aioli Recipe
    This white truffle aioli recipe may taste fancy, but it's super easy to make. It's a rich, creamy sauce that's perfect with so many dishes.
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    Truffle aioli in a bowl.
    Lemon Garlic Aioli
    This lemon garlic aioli recipe is tangy and zest and makes the perfect pairing with everything from beef to fish. Give it a try!
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    Lemon garlic aioli in a jar with a spoon scooping some out.
    Avocado Aioli
    Avocado aioli, a creamy spread made with avocado, mayo, sour cream, jalapeno, and lemon juice adds a bright, slightly spicy flavor to meals as a spread or dip. It mixes up in one bowl in less than five minutes.
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    A hamburger with the top bun in the background showcasing a creamy white sauce on a tomato slice following lettuce and cheese on a burger.
    Spicy Harissa Aioli Sauce
    Spicy aioli sauce with harissa is a great way to add vibrant and delicious flavors to your meals. Serve it up as a dip, sauce for sandwiches, and dressing for salads.
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    Harissa aioli in a bowl on the table with fries.
    Easy Lemon Mustard Vinaigrette Recipe
    My Grandma's mustard lemon vinaigrette dressing is an old fashioned mustard salad dressing that has always been a family-favorite. It's tangy and as sweet (or not) as you want!
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    Pomegranate Vinaigrette Dressing
    This Perfect Pomegranate Vinaigrette dressing is easy to prepare, makes your tastebuds dance and is absolutely divine on any salad or as a marinade for chicken.
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    Pomegranate vinaigrette dressing in glass bottle on the table in front a cut pomegranate and a glass of juice.
    Chardonnay Vinaigrette Dressing
    This Chardonnay Vinaigrette Dressing is so light and tasty and perfect for any kind of salad. You can make it as sweet as you like!
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    Chardonnay vinaigrette in a jar on the table with salad and a glass of white wine.
    Blueberry Simple Syrup
    This recipe for Blueberry Syrup is made with just 3 ingredients, including fresh and juicy blueberries. It’s the perfect addition to drinks, desserts, and more.
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    A small jar of blueberry syrup on the table with a bottle of it in the background and a bowl of blueberries.
    Fresh Pineapple Syrup
    This sweet and tangy Pineapple Syrup is bursting with fresh pineapple flavor. It compliments sweet and savory dishes, giving you so many uses. It’s so easy!
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    Pineapple syrup in a jar with a spoon up over the jar.
    Homemade Banana Syrup
    This homemade Banana Syrup Recipe is sweet and bursting with authentic banana flavor. It’s super easy to make and can work with several different dishes.
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    A jar of banana syrup on a colored coaster with a bunch of bananas in the background.
    Watermelon Simple Syrup
    Try this easy Watermelon Syrup for cocktails, marinades, ice cream, and more. It’s bursting with fresh and juicy watermelon flavor. It just screams summertime!
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    A spoonful of watermelon syrup held up over a jar on the table.
    Mustard Maple Syrup
    Mustard Maple Syrup uses a spicy or honey mustard with maple syrup to create the perfect maple syrup for chicken and waffles and so much more.
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    Mustard maple syrup hovering over some chicken waffle tacos.
    Spicy Maple Syrup
    This spicy maple syrup recipe is so good and so simple. Use this sweet and spicy syrup on waffles, pancakes, sausage, and even ice cream.
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    Butter Pecan Syrup
    Butter Pecan Syrup is sweet and delicious. This syrup is simple to make at home and tastes amazing.
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    Butter Pecan Syrup in mason jar on table.
    Pineapple Jalapeno Jam
    This Pineapple Jalapeno Jam is a spicy and tropical paradise! The juicy fresh pineapple and spicy jalapenos are the perfect combination. It’s a crowd favorite!
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    A jar of pineapple jalapeno jam on the table with a whole and sliced jalapeno around the jar and a spoon dipping into the jar.
    Bacon Jalapeno Jam
    This recipe for sweet and savory Jalapeno Bacon Jam is amazing! With a zing from the fresh jalapenos and sweetness from the maple syrup, it’s a perfectly balanced condiment that compliments any dish!
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    A spoon of jalapeno bacon jam held up over the table with crackers and jalapeno slices on it.
    Quick Homemade Mango Jam Recipe
    Take your biscuits and spreads to the next level with homemade mango jam! This delicious mango jam recipe made with easy, simple ingredients delivers tropical flavor to breakfasts and snacks!
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    A jar of mango jam on the table with a spoon in it.
    Rhubarb Jam
    This homemade rhubarb jam is a simple recipe loaded with sweet and sour flavor that's as perfect for breakfast as it is for snack or dessert toppings.
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    A bowl of rhubarb jam in a bowl with an orange wedge on top.
    Peach Jalapeno Jam Recipe
    Peach Jalapeno Jam is a sweet and spicy condiment that can be used to enhance a variety of dishes! This homemade recipe uses fresh juicy peaches and jalapenos. It’s a super easy crowd-pleaser.
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    A jar of peach jalapeno jam with a spoon removing some and held up over the jar.
    Strawberry Jam with Jalapenos
    This strawberry jam with jalapenos is the perfect blend of sweet and spicy! So easy to prepare this simple recipe is a delight on toast, crackers with cheese, ice cream and more!
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    Try All These Condiment Recipes

    From mayo-based sauces to syrups, vinaigrettes, and even jams, this list of condiment recipes can help you enhance your breakfast, lunch, or dinner. There's a flavor or combination of flavors for every meal and every palette.

    Give these recipes a try. They're the perfect way to take your meals or snacks to the next level.

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