Homemade Sauces and Condiments

Condiments and sauces elevate everyday recipes to a new level of deliciousness. Make Homemade Sauces and Condiments in your own kitchen. Now you can control the ingredients and levels of salt, seasonings and spice too with these easy DIY recipes!

assorted shomemade auces and condiments in bowls

Sauces and condiments have the ability to transform any dish with their unique flavors and textures.

This recipe roundup of 23 homemade condiment and sauces is sure to please every palate.

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Introduction

There’s nothing quite like the satisfaction of creating your own kitchen staples from scratch.

Store-bought sauces and condiments are convenient but they typically contain preservatives and chemicals.

So let’s skip the processed ones at the grocery store and make DIY condiments and sauces, shall we?

Making your own DIY sauces allows you to make them using basic kitchen ingredients that are good for you and you get to control the amount of each ingredient.

You can customize the flavor, salt level and spiciness of a condiment when you make it at home.

Spicy condiments can be made even spicier or toned done to a milder level of spice.

The right sauce or condiment can transform your culinary creations from ordinary to extraordinary.

Use your DIY condiment to enhance a simple dish or add the finishing touch to a gourmet meal.

You can use these sauces and condiments as a dipping sauce for chicken, fries, onion rings and vegetables.

Spread your favorite sauce on a sandwich or burger.

Use as a drizzle over tacos, vegetables and salads.

Let your imagination run wild with ways to use your homemade sauces.

So go ahead and make your favorite recipe, control flavors and customize ingredients, all the while making them without preservatives.

I’ve come up with recipes for some of the most popular sauces and condiments out there so now you can make a homemade version of your favorites.

Let’s go over the many homemade sauces and condiments, from tangy ketchups and creamy mayonnaises to zesty hot sauces and savory spreads, that I have created for you here at Swirls of Flavor.

Get your tastebuds ready for some awesome sauces and condiments!

How to use sauces and condiments

Here’s a list of creative ways to use sauces and condiments:

A dip for French fries, onion rings, wings and fresh vegetables
A topping on baked potatoes
Add to scrambled eggs
Brush over meats and vegetables while cooking
Brush over vegetables as a glaze
Dollop on grilled meats
Drizzle over or use as the sauce on a pizza
Drizzle over tacos
Drizzle sauces over salads or grain bowls
Marinate meats and seafood
On burgers and hot dogs
Serve with tortilla chips
Spread on sandwiches, subs and wraps
Stir into soups and stews
Toss with hot pasta
Toss with popcorn
Use as the dressing for a pasta salad or potato salad

Storage

Store sauces and condiments in airtight containers in the refrigerator.
Most condiments and sauces will stay fresh for 5-7 days in the refrigerator.
Always give them a quick stir before using.
See more FDA guidelines

Barbecue Sauce

This classic sauce is a staple in American cuisine. Homemade Barbecue Sauce is made with a tomato base and flavored with a combination of sweet, smoky, and tangy spices. It's perfect for brushing over ribs, chicken, or pulled pork.

Basil Pesto

Basil Pesto is bursting with delicious extra virgin olive oil, fresh basil, Parmesan cheese for texture and saltiness, lemon juice and zest for a bright note and the unexpected nuttiness of toasted almonds.

Big Mac Sauce

This iconic sauce from McDonald's is a combination of relish, mustard, vinegar, and mayonnaise. This Copycat Big Mac Sauce is the secret to the classic Big Mac's famous flavor and can also be used as a spread for burgers or sandwiches.

Buffalo Sauce

My zesty Buffalo Sauce is bold in flavor and ready in about 5 minutes on your stove top. It’s an easy homemade sauce that’s delicious on chicken wings, in dips and mac and cheese, on popcorn and more!

Carrot Top Pesto

Fresh carrot top greens and toasted pistachios are a delightful flavor combination in my homemade Carrot Top Pesto, a flavorful twist on a traditional homemade pesto recipe.

Chick-fil-A Sauce

With just five basic kitchen ingredients you can have Chick-fil-A Sauce at home. Mayonnaise, honey, mustard, barbecue sauce and lemon give this sauce its signature flavor. This copycat recipe is the perfect complement to chicken and burgers and can also be used as a dipping sauce for fries or onion rings.

Chimichurri Sauce

Originating from Argentina, Chimichurri Sauce is made with fresh herbs, garlic, olive oil, and vinegar. This fresh and flavorful sauce is typically used as a marinade or drizzled over grilled meats.

Chipotle Mayo

Chipotle Mayonnaise is a creamy sauce made with mayonnaise and adobo sauce. My chipotle mayo recipe has a smoky and spicy flavor that pairs well with grilled meats, sandwiches, and tacos.

Cranberry Sauce

Often associated with Thanksgiving dinner, Cranberry Sauce is a sweet and tart condiment. Fresh cranberries simmer with brown sugar for a depth of flavor and orange zest lends a hint of citrus. It's a great accompaniment to turkey and is also delicious as a spread on sandwiches.

Garlic Parmesan Sauce

Garlic Parmesan Sauce is an easy recipe for a creamy flavorful sauce that’s ideal as a pasta sauce, drizzled over chicken, on pizza or as a dipping sauce. Best of all, this homemade sauce is made with basic ingredients,

Hot Honey

My Hot Honey Recipe is a sauce that combines the spice of peppers with the sweetness of honey by simmering them together. Delicious as a drizzle over chicken and vegetables, as a dipping sauce and for added flavor in your tea.

Honey Mustard Sauce

Honey Mustard Sauce and Marinade is a combination of sweet and tangy flavors. This simple yet delicious blend of honey, Dijon mustard, vinegar, and seasonings is perfect for chicken, pork, veggies, and more.

In-N-Out Burger Sauce

In-N-Out Sauce in a small white bowl with a spoon

Also known as In N Out Animal Sauce this special sauce is used on their famous burgers. It is a mixture of ketchup, mayonnaise, and sweet pickle relish. This tangy, creamy, and slightly sweet sauce complements the savory taste of burgers.

Kale Pesto

Kale Pesto combines the trendy superfood kale with toasted almonds and a hint of lemon to make an amazingly delicious, healthy, easy pesto recipe! So good when tossed with hot pasta!

Mint Pesto

Spring peas, fresh mint and almonds combine for a homemade mint pesto. This homemade pesto will add a delightful flavor when tossed with your favorite pasta.

Olive Oil Dipping Sauce

bowl of oliv oil dipping sauce with a baguette

Dipping oil is a mixture of olive oil, garlic, and herbs. Slightly spicy with an abundance of aromatic herbs and spices, Olive Oil Dipping Sauce for Bread is a quick and easy homemade dipping sauce recipe that will complement any Italian dinner. Add a splash of balsamic vinegar if you want!

Pesto Butter

Pesto Butter is an easy two ingredient flavored butter recipe that will make everything taste like summer! Simply combine pesto and butter and toss with hot pasta or vegetables, top over grilled chicken, steak or fish or just slather on a slice of rustic bread.

Pesto Mayonnaise

With just three ingredients you’ll have a creamy Pesto Mayo that will add summer flavor to burgers, fries, sandwiches and more.

Pico de Gallo

Pico de Gallo, a Mexican condiment, is made with chopped tomatoes, onions, cilantro, jalapeno peppers, and lime juice. This fresh salsa has a bright and refreshing flavor that can be used as a dip for tortilla chips, or as a topping for tacos and grilled meats. Sometimes I even stir a dollop or two of pico into my salad!

Spinach Pesto

My Spinach Pesto recipe is a twist on the traditional basil pesto. This homemade pesto is made with tender baby spinach leaves, almonds, garlic and a hint of fresh lemon.

Teriyaki Sauce

Enjoy a simple homemade Teriyaki Sauce made without preservatives or chemicals. This Japanese sauce is flavored with soy sauce, vinegar, honey and ginger. It's commonly used as a marinade for meats or as a glaze for grilled vegetables.

Tomato Relish

Tomato Relish is an easy recipe that requires no cooking or canning. Bursting with fresh tomatoes, sweet onion, and jalapeno, this homemade relish will add a fresh and tangy taste when used as a topping for grilled meats, sandwiches, and salads.

Tzatziki Sauce

Bursting with the fresh flavors of cucumber, garlic, lemon and dill, my Tzatziki Sauce recipe is delicious on chicken, beef, vegetables and even served as a dip or salad dressing.

Conclusion

overhead photo of assorted sauces in white bowls

No matter what your taste preferences are, there's a sauce or condiment out there for everyone.

And we all know that homemade is the best made.

So next time you're cooking, make one of these easy sauce and condiment recipes and add a little extra flavor and flair to your recipes.