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    Zip Sauce Recipe: Create a Flavor Explosion

    Posted: Mar 13, 2023 · Last updated: Mar 13, 2023 · by Shai Cohen

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    Finding the right sauce for your meals can be tiring especially when you have a large family where everyone's taste is different. Cheer up, because we have got you covered with the classic zip sauce recipe. Use it as a dipping sauce or as a glaze for your juicy steaks. This sauce is the ideal match for your steaks, vegetables, soups, and even seafood. With this recipe in hand, you don't need to run out to get the authentic zip sauce as now you can easily make it in no time.

    The majority of the ingredients on the list are pantry essentials that you probably already have lying around in your kitchen, and the remainder can be easily acquired. The recipe can, of course, be modified to suit your taste.

    Jump to:
    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • Substitutions
    • Variations
    • Equipment
    • Storage
    • Pro Tips
    • Zip Sauce Recipe

    Ingredients

    • Dried rosemary — 1 tsp.
    • Dry thyme — ¼ tsp.
    • Worcestershire sauce — 1 ½ tbsp.
    • Salt — 1 tsp.
    • Ground cumin — ¼ tsp.
    • Ground white pepper — ⅛ tsp.
    • Butter — ¼ lb.
    • Dried parsley — 1 tsp.
    • Garlic powder — ¼ tsp.
    • Dijon mustard — 1 tbsp.
    • Black pepper — ½ tsp.
    • Ground cayenne pepper — ⅛ tsp.
    Our authentic homemade zip sauce recipe
    Our authentic homemade zip sauce

    Instructions

    1. Take a medium saucepan and melt the butter on low heat until the color changes to brown.
    1. In a mixing bowl, combine thyme, rosemary, parsley, and garlic powder.
    1. Add the above-mixed ingredients to the melted butter and mix thoroughly.
    1. Add in the other ingredients and gently cook for one minute.
    1. Allow the sauce to cool before serving.

    Substitutions

    • Butter — Butter adds flavor and thickening to your sauce. The authentic zip sauce recipe calls for butter, but if you don’t have it in the pantry or you want to experiment, try adding any oil like avocado oil or extra virgin olive oil. A little heavy cream can also be added as a substitute for butter, but I recommend going with butter to achieve the authentic flavor this sauce is famous for.
    • Worcestershire sauce — This sauce gives a savory punch and adds dimension to your sauces. To substitute Worcestershire sauce, you can go for soy sauce, vinegar, or even red wine.
    • Dijon mustard — Dijon mustard gives a rich flavor and gives a spice kick to your sauces. A great substitute for Dijon mustard can be stone ground mustard, which is almost similar in taste. Mayonnaise is another great substitute for Dijon mustard, as it is tangy and creamy.

    Variations

    • Elevate the flavor — To elevate the flavor of your sauce, try adding garlic or basil.
    • Tangy flavor — For those who are fans of extra tanginess, try adding 2 tsp. of lemon juice to the sauce.
    • Sweet taste — Use store-bought or homemade ketchup for the people who like their sauce on a sweeter side.
    • Gluten-free — Try using vegetable oil instead of butter to make this sauce gluten-free.
    Glazing zip sauce with olive oil, garlic, bell pepper, and ground red pepper
    Glazing zip sauce with olive oil, garlic, bell pepper, and ground red pepper

    Equipment

    • Measuring spoons.
    • Mixing bowl.
    • Saucepan.
    • Spatula.
    • Mason jar.

    Storage

    • Store this classic sauce in an air-tight container.
    • You can store the zip sauce in the fridge for a week or more.

    Pro Tips

    • Don't overcook the sauce as it will lose its flavor. Make sure you bring the sauce to a simmer and turn off the heat.
    • To achieve the thick consistency, avoid adding flour, or else lumps will be created. Try using starch instead.
    • Planning to serve this sauce with juicy steaks? Here is what you can do to get the most flavor. Make your sauce in the same pan in which you have made your steaks so that it blends with the juices of the steaks and gives you the divine taste you have been looking for.
    Traditional Turkish zip sauce with tomatoes and lemon

    Zip Sauce Recipe

    Transform your plain dishes into a culinary masterpiece with our 5-star zip sauce recipe. Impress your guests in no time!
    5 from 66 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 5 mins
    Course Dip, Sauce
    Cuisine International
    Servings 2 people
    Calories 262 kcal

    Equipment

    • Measuring spoons
    • Mixing bowl
    • Saucepan
    • Spatula
    • Mason jar

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 tsp. dried rosemary
    • ¼ tsp. dry thyme
    • 1 ½ tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
    • 1 tsp. salt
    • ¼ tsp. ground cumin
    • ⅛ tsp. ground white pepper
    • ¼ lb. butter
    • 1 tbsp. ried parsley
    • ¼ tsp. garlic powder
    • 1 tbsp. Dijon mustard
    • ½ tsp. black pepper
    • ⅛ tsp. ground cayenne pepper

    Instructions
     

    • Take a medium saucepan and melt the butter on low heat until the color changes to brown.
    • In a mixing bowl, combine thyme, rosemary, parsley, and garlic powder.
    • Add the above-mixed ingredients to the melted butter and mix thoroughly.
    • Add in the other ingredients and gently cook for one minute.
    • Allow the sauce to cool before serving.

    Video

    Notes

    • Don't overcook the sauce as it will lose its flavor. Make sure you bring the sauce to a simmer and turn off the heat.
     
    • To achieve the thick consistency, avoid adding flour, or else lumps will be created. Try using starch instead.
     
    • Planning to serve this sauce with juicy steaks? Here is what you can do to get the most flavor. Make your sauce in the same pan in which you have made your steaks so that it blends with the juices of the steaks and gives you the divine taste you have been looking for.

    Nutrition

    Nutrition Facts
    Zip Sauce Recipe
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    262
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    3
    g
    5
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    6
    %
    Trans Fat
     
    0.1
    g
    Polyunsaturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    Monounsaturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    Sodium
     
    1630
    mg
    71
    %
    Potassium
     
    395
    mg
    11
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    57
    g
    19
    %
    Fiber
     
    5
    g
    21
    %
    Sugar
     
    26
    g
    29
    %
    Protein
     
    5
    g
    10
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    401
    IU
    8
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    13
    mg
    16
    %
    Calcium
     
    277
    mg
    28
    %
    Iron
     
    6
    mg
    33
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
    Keyword Healthy zip sauce recipe, Kim's Zippy sauce recipe, Zip sauce recipe for steak
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