Southwest Ranch Sauce (Printable)

Creamy, zesty sauce combining ranch seasoning with southwest spices for bold flavor

# What You'll Need:

→ Base

01 - 1 cup mayonnaise
02 - ½ cup buttermilk, plus more as needed for thinning

→ Flavorings

03 - 2 teaspoons hot sauce
04 - 1 teaspoon ketchup

→ Seasonings

05 - 2 tablespoons dry ranch seasoning mix
06 - 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
07 - ½ teaspoon paprika
08 - ¼ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
09 - ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
10 - ½ teaspoon kosher salt
11 - ½ teaspoon black pepper

# How to Cook:

01 - In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise and buttermilk until smooth and well combined.
02 - Add the hot sauce and ketchup to the bowl; whisk until thoroughly incorporated.
03 - Add the ranch seasoning mix, taco seasoning, paprika, cayenne pepper, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until fully incorporated and the sauce reaches a creamy consistency.
04 - Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. For a thinner sauce, add more buttermilk one tablespoon at a time. For a thicker dip, reduce the buttermilk to ¼ cup.
05 - Transfer the sauce to a jar or airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
06 - Serve as a dip for wings, fries, and vegetables, or drizzle over salads and wraps.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • You probably have every single ingredient in your kitchen right now
  • Takes literally ten minutes and tastes better than restaurant versions
02 -
  • The sauce thickens in the fridge so make it slightly thinner than you think you want
  • Homemade seasonings often have less salt than store-bought, so taste before you serve
03 -
  • Let the sauce come to room temperature before serving for the best texture
  • Make a double batch and portion it into small jars for easy grab-and-go
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