What exactly is Mississippi Comeback Sauce?

Mississippi Comeback Sauce is a versatile Southern condiment created in the 1920s at a Greek restaurant in Jackson, Mississippi. It's similar to Louisiana remoulade but with its own distinct flavor profile. The name comes from its addictive quality – you'll keep "coming back" for more! It's used throughout the South as an all-purpose sauce for everything from fried foods to salads.

Can I make this sauce healthier?

Absolutely! For a lighter version, substitute light mayonnaise or plain Greek yogurt for some or all of the regular mayo. You'll still get great flavor with fewer calories. Just note that the texture might be slightly different, and the yogurt will add a pleasant tanginess to the final product.

Why is my sauce too thin or too thick?

Consistency issues usually come down to the mayonnaise brand. Different brands have varying thicknesses. If your sauce is too thick, add a teaspoon of water or extra lemon juice and mix well. If it's too thin, add a little more mayonnaise until you reach your desired consistency.

Can I use this sauce as a marinade?

Yes! Comeback sauce makes an excellent marinade for chicken, fish, or shrimp. The acidity from the lemon juice helps tenderize meat, while the spices add flavor. Just reserve some sauce for serving separately, as you shouldn't reuse marinade that's been in contact with raw meat or seafood.

Easy Homemade Mississippi Comeback Sauce Recipe

Name: Easy Homemade Mississippi Comeback Sauce Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients: ½ cup mayo; 1 tablespoon ketchup; 1 teaspoon lemon juice; ½ teaspoon Tabasco; ½ teaspoon paprika; ½ teaspoon garlic powder; ½ teaspoon ground mustard; ½ teaspoon salt

Description

Mississippi Comeback Sauce is a versatile and flavorful Southern staple that’s perfect as a dip, spread, or dressing. Its creamy texture and tangy, spicy flavors pair perfectly with fried foods, sandwiches, or fresh veggies, making it a must-have in your recipe collection.

Ingredients

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1/2 cup mayo
1 tablespoon ketchup
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon Tabasco
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt

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Instructions

Combine Ingredients
Add all the listed ingredients for the comeback sauce into a medium-sized bowl.
Mix the Sauce
Stir everything together thoroughly, ensuring the flavors are well blended and the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Chill and Serve
Allow the sauce to chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to let the flavors meld together. Serve it as desired.

Notes

This sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
Adjust the Tabasco sauce to control the level of spiciness.
This sauce is best served as a dip for fried foods, as a spread for sandwiches, or as a dressing for salads.
To adjust the consistency, a small amount of water or more lemon juice can be added if you prefer a thinner sauce.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 tbsp
Calories: 90
Sugar: 0g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 1.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 7.5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 1g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 0.5g
Cholesterol: 5mg