Spicy Russian Dressing is a fantastic dressing. It has bold flavors from spicy ingredients like horseradish, chili sauce, and smoked paprika. The perfect way to elevate any dish or party appetizer!
The creamy mayonnaise in this Russian dressing adds irresistible thickness and tangy flavor, balancing the spicy notes. In just 5 minutes or less, you can enjoy a homemade dressing. It's like Thousand Island dressing but with a little extra spice.
You can enjoy this Spicy Russian dressing in many ways. It goes great with leafy green salads and pasta salads. You can also use it on Reuben sandwiches and burgers. Plus, it’s perfect for finger foods! The options are endless!
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🗝️ Recipe's key points
- Spicy Russian dressing is similar in flavor to Thousand Island dressing, just slightly spicier. If you enjoy Thousand Island dressing, you're in for a treat with this Russian dressing.
- It's so easy and quick to make - just combine all of the ingredients together and you're good to go!
- It's a simple way to elevate a simple salad or add a delicious spicy kick to various meals and finger foods.
You can use this spicy Russian dressing as a salad dressing, a dipping sauce, or an ingredient. It's a must-try for all spicy food lovers!
🛒 Ingredients
This is an overview of the ingredients. You'll find the full measurements and instructions in the recipe card (printable) at the bottom of the page.
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- Mayonnaise -- a good quality mayonnaise such as Duke or Hellman or Homemade if you like your recipe.
- Chili sauce ketchup-style -- such as Heinz Chili Sauce or your favorite.
- minced white onion -- you want this finely chopped.
- Prepared horseradish is a condiment made from grated horseradish mixed with vinegar and salt. This spicy root vegetable belongs to the mustard family.
- Worcestershire sauce -- gives the dressing a boost of flavor.
- smoked paprika -- instills a nice smokey taste to the sauce.
- kosher salt -- enhances the flavor.
- dry mustard -- dry mustard adds a unique pungent flavor and a subtle heat, enhancing the dressing's overall taste profile with a zesty kick.
- freshly ground pepper -- ups the spiciness and flavor.
🗒 Instructions
This is an overview of the instructions. Full instructions are in the recipe card at the bottom of the page.
- Add mayonnaise to a mixing bowl.
- Add in the chili sauce and onion.
- Add the horseradish.
- Add the kosher salt and smoked paprika.
- Add the dried mustard and black pepper.
- Lastly, add in the Worcestershire sauce.
- Taste and add more kosher salt or black pepper as needed.
🥫 Storage
Store this spicy Russian dressing in an airtight container or jar with a sealable lid in the fridge for up to 1 week. I don't recommend freezing this dressing as the mayonnaise can split.
📚 Variations
- Use homemade mayonnaise instead of store-bought, if you prefer. Plain Greek yogurt is another option, although it may alter the flavor of this dressing.
- Easily adjust the level of spicy heat in this dressing. Add more hot ingredients, such as chili sauce, smoked paprika, and horseradish for an instant rise in heat.
- Make the dressing a thicker consistency by adding plain Greek yogurt. This would be great if you choose to use the dressing as a dip or a spread.
👩🏻🍳 Tips
- Homemade dressings naturally thicken in storage. Give any leftover spicy Russian dressing a good stir before you use it again. If the consistency is thicker than you prefer, simply add a splash of milk or water, and stir well.
- Don't allow this spicy Russian dressing to sit for longer than 20 minutes at room temperature due to the creamy mayonnaise. Place it back into the fridge when not in use.
🤔 FAQs
Russian dressing includes spicy ingredients like chili sauce or hot peppers. This adds a bold and fiery kick to the classic recipe.
Sure! You can change the heat level by adding more hot sauce or extra hot peppers. Just do it based on what you like!
You can keep your Homemade Spicy Russian Dressing in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. This way, it stays fresh and tasty!
Spicy Russian Dressing is a great sauce for wraps and burgers. It also makes a tasty dip for appetizers. Its bold flavor adds a zesty kick to many dishes.
Sure! You can easily adapt Spicy Russian Dressing for vegetarian or vegan diets. Just use plant-based options for ingredients like mayonnaise and Worcestershire sauce.
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🍽 What to serve with (name of recipe)
This spicy Russian dressing is the perfect condiment to add to simple salads that need a touch of flavor, Reuben sandwiches, grilled burgers, wraps, chicken tacos, or pasta salad.
Drizzle it over roasted vegetables, or use it to dip fries, fried pickles, freshly sliced raw veggies, and cheese sausage balls.
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You’ll need the following items to make this recipe successfully.
- medium size bowl
- whisk
- dry measuring cups
- measuring spoons
- glass jar to store the dressing
📞 Chiacchierata (chat)info
Up until now, I had always enjoyed my Reubens and wedge salads with the Thousand Island dressing, but after tasting the Russian dressing for the first time, sono rimasta forgorata (I was blown away).
The Spicy Russian Dressing is a unique condiment that has conquered my cuore(heart) with its combination of creamy, tangy, and piccante (spicy)flavors. It brought a breath of fresh air to my meals, transforming the ordinary into extraordinary.
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📖 Recipe
Spicy Russian Dressing
Ingredients
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons ketchup-style chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon minced white onion
- 1 teaspoon prepared horseradish
- ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt plus more as needed
- ¼ teaspoon dry mustard
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper plus more as needed
Instructions
- Place ½ cup mayonnaise, 3 tablespoons ketchup-style chili sauce, 1 tablespoon minced white onion, 1 teaspoon prepared horseradish, ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, ½ teaspoon smoked paprika, ½ kosher salt, ¼ teaspoon dry mustard, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper in a medium bowl and stir to combine. Taste and add more kosher salt or black pepper as needed.
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