This addictive 5-minute Boom Boom Sauce is the ultimate condiment. It’s sweet, spicy, garlicky, creamy, and delicious on anything it touches. You can use it as a dip, drizzle, or spread it onto your favorite foods.
Flavor-Blasted Dipping Sauce You’ll Love on Everything!
Boom Boom Sauce is the “secret sauce” that instantly jazzes up everything from burgers and fries to sandwiches and shrimp. But honestly, the recipe doesn’t have to be a secret! It’s so easy to make, and the ingredients are simple. It starts with mayonnaise, and I add ketchup, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha. Boom Boom Sauce is a riff on the sauce you’ll find on Bang Bang Shrimp.
I love this recipe because you can customize it to your liking. For example, make it with vegan mayonnaise. Or you can use avocado mayonnaise if you’re following a Paleo or Keto diet. You can also adjust the spiciness and sweetness levels. I’ll show you how! Let’s make this one-of-a-kind sauce.
Boom Boom Sauce Ingredients
You only need a few ingredients to make Boom Boom Sauce. Don’t forget to check out the recipe card for the exact amounts.
- Mayonnaise – You can use whatever mayonnaise you like here. Sometimes I prefer good ol’ fashioned Hellmann’s, but other times I like to watch my sugar intake. In that case, I’d use a keto-friendly mayonnaise or make my own.
- Ketchup – The ketchup adds sweetness. Again, if you like to keep things low sugar, you should use sugar-free ketchup.
- Sweet Chili Sauce – My secret weapon for the best Boom Boom Sauce! I love using it in sauces and marinades. It’s spicy and tangy with citrus flavors.
- Sriracha – Use more or less depending on how spicy you want the sauce. If you don’t have sriracha, use your favorite hot sauce.
- Garlic Powder – Use more garlic powder if you decide to cut back on the spiciness. You can use fresh minced garlic if you really love garlic and want a big garlic flavor.
How to Make Boom Boom Sauce
This recipe is so easy! You’ll be dipping into this “secret sauce” in under 5 minutes. Here are the steps:
- Mix the ingredients. It’s that simple! Measure out the ingredients, and then mix them in a bowl.
- Serve it immediately or store it for later. Your homemade Boom Boom Sauce is ready to use in so many different ways. You can also make Boom Boom Sauce ahead of time and keep it in the refrigerator!
Tips and Variations
- Use keto-friendly mayonnaise or ketchup. If you want to avoid sugar, use these options instead. But it’s important to know that some of these options still have carbs. So, make sure that you calculate accordingly if you’re following a strict diet.
- Adjust the sriracha for heat. You can always add more sriracha if you like it spicy. Alternatively, you don’t need to add the recommended amount. I do suggest making up for that flavor by adding more garlic powder.
- Add lime juice. Add fresh-squeezed lime juice for more acid and tanginess.
- Let the sauce sit in the refrigerator before serving. This is the best way for the flavors to develop and meld together to create the best-tasting sauce.
What to Serve with Boom Boom Sauce
The options are endless! Here are some of my favorite ways to use this special sauce.
- All of the shrimp! Shrimp is by far one of my favorite things to dip into this sauce. I love to dip my grilled shrimp into it or drizzle it on shrimp tacos. You could also just dip simple boiled shrimp in it, too!
- Tried and true chicken tenders. What’s a chicken tender without a good dipping sauce? Try my air fryer chicken tenders for a really easy recipe.
- Spread it on a burger. This is one of the most popular ways that this sauce is used. You’re bound to find a favorite among my favorite burger recipes.
- The best French fry dip. I love it with crispy oven-baked fries and avocado fries. And thank me later when you serve it with my sweet potato fries.
- Stick to the basics. This sauce makes a great alternative to ranch dressing as a tasty vegetable dip.
Storage
Refrigerate it. You can keep this sauce in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Make sure you store it in an air-tight container. I like to use a mason jar. I don’t recommend freezing this sauce. It’s so easy to make, though, that there’s no need to make it ahead for long-term storage.
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Boom Boom Sauce
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Sauces and Condiments
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
Sweet, spicy, creamy Boom Boom Sauce is perfect as a dip, drizzle, or spread. It’s ready in minutes and delicious on anything it touches!
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 3 tablespoon sweet chili sauce
- 2 teaspoons sriracha
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a medium bowl, mix everything together and serve.
