Mayoketchup (also written mayo-ketchup or mayo ketchup), also known as pink sauce, is a popular dipping sauce in Puerto Rico. A fusion of mayonnaise, ketchup, and garlic, mayoketchup can be made in under 5 minutes and is ideal as a dip for empanadas and tostones, or as a spread for burgers.
Why You'll Love Mayoketchup
- Creamy - Mayonnaise is the star ingredient of pink sauce, making it creamy.
- Versatile - Tangy ketchup, creamy mayo, and garlic powder give Puerto Rican pink sauce a versatile flavor profile that complements a wide range of dishes.
Recommended Tools for This Recipe
- Squeeze Bottle - Store your mayoketchup in a squeeze bottle for easy drizzling over tostones, burgers, and fries.
Mayoketchup Ingredients
- Mayonnaise - Any type of mayonnaise will do for this recipe, but I'm a big fan of this Kraft mayo with avocado or olive oil.
- Ketchup - It's in the name. Again, any type of ketchup can be used.
- Garlic Powder - A pantry staple, garlic powder makes this sauce more sophisticated.
How to Use Mayoketchup
- Tostones - Fried green plantains and mayoketchup are a classic Puerto Rican pairing.
- Empanadas - Serve it as a dip for air fryer empanadas or baked beef empanadas.
- Fries - Swap your usual ketchup for mayoketchup next time you make French fries or yuca fries.
- Burgers & sandwiches - Spread it on burgers or on a Puerto Rican tripleta sandwich.
- Fried appetizers - Mayoketchup is a go-to dip for frituras, like alcapurrias and bacalaítos.
Easy Mayoketchup Variations
- Spicy - Add a few dashes of your favorite hot sauce or sriracha.
- Tangy - Stir in a squeeze of fresh lime juice.
- Extra garlicky - Swap the garlic powder for a small clove of fresh garlic, finely minced.
- Seasoned - Add a pinch of adobo seasoning for an extra savory kick.
- Smoky - Add a pinch of smoked paprika.
Tips for the Best Mayoketchup
- Let it rest. Refrigerate the sauce for 15 to 30 minutes before serving so the garlic flavor blends in.
- Adjust the ratio to your taste. Add more ketchup for a tangier sauce or more mayo for a creamier one.
