Diner-Style Patty Melt Secret Sauce Recipe (Print Version)
Craft the ultimate diner-style Patty Melt Secret Sauce at home. This creamy, tangy recipe brings back classic flavors with a personal twist.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 10 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Vegetarian
# Ingredients:
→ Sauce Base
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1/2 cup mayonnaise
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1/4 cup ketchup
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2 tablespoons dill pickle relish
→ Flavor Builders
04 -
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
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1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
06 -
1/4 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
→ Spices & Seasoning
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1/2 teaspoon onion powder
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1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
→ For the Patty Melt
09 -
Slices of rye bread
10 -
Ground beef patties
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Swiss cheese slices
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Caramelized onions
# Instructions:
01 -
First things first, get everything out on the counter. I always do this, otherwise, I'll invariably forget something crucial, like the relish! It's less of a mess if you have all your little bowls and measuring spoons ready. This step just feels like setting the stage for something delicious, and it helps me focus, honestly.
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In a medium bowl, spoon in your mayonnaise, ketchup, and dill pickle relish. Give it a good stir with a whisk or a spoon. You want it to be mostly combined, but don't worry about perfection just yet. It's going to look a little clumpy, and that's totally fine! I remember one time I was so distracted, I almost grabbed the yogurt instead of mayo, talk about a close call!
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Now, pour in your yellow mustard and that all-important Worcestershire sauce. Remember my earlier blunder? A slow, steady pour is your friend here. Stir it all together until it starts to look like a cohesive, creamy, dreamy pinkish-orange concoction. You'll start to smell that classic diner scent coming together, I promise!
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Sprinkle in the onion powder and garlic powder. If you're using hot sauce, this is the time to add a dash or two. Mix everything really well until all the spices are fully incorporated. I always give it a good sniff right about now; it should smell savory, tangy, and just plain inviting. Don't be shy about stirring vigorously!
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This is the fun part! Grab a small spoon and take a little taste. Does it need more tang? Add a tiny bit more mustard or relish. Want more savory depth? A touch more Worcestershire. It’s all about personal preference here, so don't be afraid to tweak it. This is where you make it *your* Patty Melt Secret Sauce. My husband always asks for a little more heat, so I often add another drop of hot sauce just for him.
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Once you're happy with the flavor, cover the bowl and pop it in the fridge for at least 30 minutes. This chilling time is crucial, it lets all those wonderful flavors meld together and deepen. Trust me, it tastes so much better after it's had a chance to chill. When it's ready, it should be thick, creamy, and vibrantly flavored, just begging to be slathered on a patty melt!
# Notes:
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Always taste and adjust the seasoning *before* chilling. Flavors can mute a bit when cold, but it’s easier to tweak when it’s fresh.\nDon't skimp on the chilling time; it truly makes a difference in the depth of flavor for your Patty Melt Secret Sauce.\nUse good quality mayonnaise; it's the backbone of this sauce, and a cheap one will show, I promise.
# Tools You'll Need:
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Mixing bowl
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whisk or spoon
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airtight container
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 120
Total Fat: 12g
Total Carbohydrate: 3g
Protein: 0g