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Katie's Cucina » Recipes » Sauce

Russian Sauce

Published: Mar 11, 2021 · Modified: Apr 17, 2022 by Katie · This post may contain affiliate links

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Russian Sauce is a classic sauce that is made up of condiments and spices you’ll find in your refrigerator and pantry. You can make this homemade sauce in minutes using a food processor or blender.

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You can’t have a Reuben sandwich without Russian Sauce. My homemade Russian Sauce recipe comes together in minutes thanks to all ingredients that I typically have on hand. I like to make a small batch when I know I’m going to make my Baked Reuben Dip or even a hot pressed Reuben Panini. You can also use the dressing for dipping Oven-Fried Chicken or Air Fryer Chicken Strips.

Russian Dressing Ingredients

Ingredients: sour cream, mayonnaise, ketchup, lemon, parsley, dill pickle, onion, horseradish, and worcestershire sauce.
  • Mayonnaise – It’s important to note you have to use mayonnaise for this recipe and not Miracle Whip!
  • Ketchup Style Chili Sauce – This recipe calls for chili sauce. Some might confuse sriracha chili sauce with ketchup-style chili sauce. It is not nearly as spicy! In fact, if you can’t find this style chili sauce you can use ketchup.
  • Onion – Thanks to the blender or food processor you won’t have to mince the onion. You’ll only need to do that if you are hand mixing this sauce.
  • Sour Cream – A little sour cream adds an additional layer of creaminess to this Russian Dressing.
  • Pickle – Half of a standard size dill pickle spear is all you need.
  • Parsley – I love to use a little bit of fresh parsley in this recipe to brighten up the sauce.
  • Worcestershire – This versatile sauce adds additional umami to the sauce.
  • Horseradish – Freshly grated (in a jar) horseradish is what I use. A little gives it just a tiny bite to the ending of the sauce. If you like it spicier add a teaspoon at a time.
  • Lemon – A little lemon goes a long way. If you don’t have a fresh lemon you can use a concentrate.

How to Make Russian Dressing

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In a large food processor or blender, combine the mayonnaise, chili sauce, sour cream, parsley, onion, pickle, lemon juice, horseradish and Worcestershire sauce. Blend until well incorporated for 60 seconds.

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Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator in an air-tight container for up to 5 days.

FAQs

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How much Russian Dressing does this recipe make?

This recipe yields 1 cup of dressing.

What is Russian sauce made of?

Russian sauce is made of mayonnaise, ketchup-style chili sauce, sour cream, dill pickle, parsley, lemon, Worcestershire sauce, and horseradish. All ingredients that you have in your refrigerator and/or pantry.

Is Russian dressing the same as Thousand Island dressing?

Russian dressing is a mayonnaise based sauce that also has pickle, horseradish, and Worcestershire sauce in it. Thanks to those flavor profiles it’s a spicier and less sweeter than Thousand Island.

Does Russian Dressing have dairy?

My recipe for Russian Sauce has dairy in it; however, you can easily omit the sour cream to make it dairy free.

What can you use Russian Sauce on?

I have had readers ask what they can use Russian Sauce on. We like to use it on Reuben sandwiches, hot Reuben dip, burgers, salads, and anything else your heart desires!

Tips & Tricks

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Here are a few of my favorite tips and tricks I’ve found helpful when making this recipe.

  • Yield – This recipe yields 1 cup of Russian Sauce.
  • Chili Sauce – If you can’t find ketchup-style chili sauce in the grocery store you can use ketchup instead.
  • Blender – If you don’t have a high powered blender, you can use a food processor or simply a mortar and pestle to break down the onion and pickle then hand mix the sauce.
  • Spicy – If you like your Russian Dressing on the spicier side you can add in an additional 1-2 teaspoons of horseradish.
  • Storage – I like to use Weck Jars to store the sauce or even mason jars. Using an air-tight container is key to having the freshest sauce.

Recipes

Hungry for more? Here are a few more of my favorite recipes.

  • Summer Vegetable Risotto with Grilled Chicken
  • One Pot Chicken Carrot & Potato Skillet
  • King Ranch Chicken Casserole
  • One Pot Chicken Pot Pie Pasta

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Homemade Russian Sauce

Russian Sauce is a classic sauce that is made up of condiments and spices you'll find in your refrigerator and pantry. You can make this homemade sauce in minutes using a food processor or blender.
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Course: Sauce
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free
Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
Servings: 16
Calories: 77kcal
Author: Katie

Equipment

  • Blender

Ingredients

  • ¾ cups mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup Ketchup-style chili sauce
  • 2 tablespoon sour cream
  • 2 teaspoon Parsley chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Minced Onion
  • 1 tablespoon minced dill pickle
  • ½ teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon grated horseradish
  • ¼ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Instructions

  • In a large food processor or blender, combine the mayonnaise, chili sauce, sour cream, parsley, onion, pickle, lemon juice, horseradish and Worcestershire sauce. Blend until well incorporated for 60 seconds.
  • Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator in an air-tight container for up to 5 days.

Notes

  • Yield – This recipe yields 1 cup of Russian Sauce.
  • Chili Sauce – If you can’t find ketchup-style chili sauce in the grocery store you can use ketchup instead.
  • Blender – If you don’t have a high powered blender, you can use a food processor or simply a mortar and pestle to break down the onion and pickle then hand mix the sauce.
  • Spicy – If you like your Russian Dressing on the spicier side you can add in an additional 1-2 teaspoons of horseradish.
  • Storage – I like to use Weck Jars to store the sauce or even mason jars. Using an air-tight container is key to having the freshest sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoon | Calories: 77kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 124mg | Potassium: 7mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 19IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 1mg
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  1. Debbie

    May 04, 2021 at 2:46 am

    Can you give me some ideas on what to use the sauce on? It sounds delicious.

    Reply
    • Katie

      May 04, 2021 at 12:20 pm

      Hi Debbie, We like to use it on Reuben sandwiches, hot Reuben dip, burgers, salads, and anything else your heart desires!

  2. Kay

    September 19, 2018 at 11:54 am

    This is delicious! Can’t wait to use it on Rueben sandwiches. Thanks!

    Reply
    • Katie

      September 20, 2018 at 10:52 am

      Thanks Kay for taking the time to leave a comment. I’m glad you enjoyed the homemade russian sauce!

  3. Heather

    March 18, 2017 at 7:34 pm

    Hi! I’m so glad I found a recipe without ketchup too! My husband can’t stand it either. I tolerate it but that lingering smell you described of ketchup in the trash, it’s the worst! We always have a rule of tossing fast food in the outside garbage for that reason.

    Anyhoo I want to make this recipe but I was wondering, what type of chili sauce do you use? Do you have a brand preference?

    Reply
    • Katie

      March 26, 2017 at 8:54 pm

      Hi Heather–ketchup haters unite! lol I use the Heinz chili sauce typically.

  4. Cathy Pollak @ Noble Pig

    March 10, 2013 at 11:23 am

    I have serious love for this…slurp..slurp!

    Reply
    • Katie

      March 10, 2013 at 11:52 am

      Thanks Cathy!

  5. addie | culicurious

    March 09, 2013 at 12:43 pm

    I frequently substitute Sriracha for ketchup. It’s not a 1:1 ratio but it gives the color ketchup would otherwise lend. My hubby hates ketchup too so we rarely (if ever) keep it in the house.

    I can’t wait to see your recipes next week!! 🙂

    Reply
    • Katie

      March 10, 2013 at 11:52 am

      Addie–YES! So happy to read that there is another ketchup hater out there! We don’t keep ketchup in our house. I refuse. lol.

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