Make This Fan Favorite Restaurant Dipping Sauce at Home

Nobody does a Bloomin' Onion quite like Outback Steakhouse. And that sauce? Amazing! Even if you can't quite get the technique right for a Bloomin' Onion, you can have the sauce…or at least our copycat version of it.

While it may seem complicated, this dipping sauce is anything but. Creamy horse radish sauce and mayonnaise combine with ketchup and a few other spices for a delicious homemade version that works for everything from onion rings to French fries and burgers. Is your mouth watering yet? Let's get started.

The Bloomin' Onion dipping sauce is a combination of several ingredients. This dipping sauce has a creamy base of mayonnaise, which is complemented by the sweetness and tanginess of ketchup. To add a spicy kick and depth of flavor, cream-style horseradish sauce is added.

While some people choose to omit the horseradish, our recipe includes it as we think it is an essential ingredient for this dipping sauce. However, be cautious with the horseradish. It is strong. Add it gradually to this recipe and taste as you go to avoid ending up with a sauce that is too intense for your liking.

Paprika adds a hint of smokiness and color to the sauce. Salt enhances the overall flavor while balancing out the sweetness and acidity. Additionally, dried oregano contributes a hint of herbal flavor, while ground black pepper adds a touch of heat. However, cayenne pepper can be added for those who prefer a spicier sauce.

Worcestershire sauce also enhances the flavor of the Bloomin' Onion's dipping sauce. Garlic powder provides a rich garlic flavor without the texture of minced garlic, while onion powder intensifies the onion flavor of this dipping sauce. However, you can adjust these ingredients as needed, such as leaving out the horseradish or using cayenne instead of black pepper.

Outback Steakhouse restaurants only serve the Bloomin' Onion dipping sauce at the restaurant. Sadly, it is not sold in stores. Many people have tried to recreate the sauce at home, coming up with their own recipes as a result.

This versatile copycat dipping sauce complements a variety of foods. It does not just pair well with onion rings, but it also enhances the flavor of French fries, including sweet potato fries and tater tots. Additionally, you can use this sauce as a salad dressing or add it to a baked potato. It is also perfect for wraps and will elevate the taste of your sandwiches. Kids particularly love this sauce on their chicken tenders and mozzarella sticks. Of course, you can always make yourself a homemade Bloomin Onion.

If you have any leftovers, you can store your copycat sauce in the refrigerator for up to five days. Additionally, you can prepare this sauce in advance as the flavors actually improve when given time to set. We recommend refrigerating your copycat sauce for 30 minutes to enhance the flavor.

However, we do not recommend freezing the copycat Bloomin' Onion dipping sauce or any mayonnaise-based sauces, really. When a sauce containing mayonnaise is frozen, the mayonnaise may undergo changes in texture and separate, consequently affecting the overall consistency of the sauce. Since it is easy to make, it is better to prepare a fresh batch when needed.

Here is a simple recipe for the dipping sauce typically served with the Outback Steakhouse's Bloomin' Onion appetizer. It should only take a few minutes to prepare.

• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons ketchup
• 2 tablespoons cream-style horseradish sauce
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 pinch ground black pepper
• 1 pinch cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder

If you love the dipping sauce that comes with the Bloomin' Onion appetizer at the Outback Steakhouse, you can make your own copycat dipping sauce for a fraction of the cost. Our recipe replicates this iconic dipping sauce, allowing you to enjoy it with more than just a Bloomin' Onion. While it is great with homemade onion rings, we also recommend trying it on salads and baked potatoes. Once you have perfected your copycat Bloomin' Onion dipping sauce, you will want to try it on everything.