Homemade Donkey Sauce
Sauce lovers, this easy and flavorful homemade Donkey Sauce recipe is for you! Everyone loves the bold and tangy flavors of this “umami bomb sauce” created by celebrity chef Guy Fieri.
What is Donkey Sauce?
If you’re a Food Network nut like me, you have probably watched a couple (hundred) TV shows with celebrity chef Guy Fieri. From “Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives” to “Guy’s Grocery Games” these shows are some of our family favorites. We recently just finished “Guy’s Chance of a Lifetime” – a reality show where the winner received the keys to their own Chicken Guy restaurant.
Donkey Sauce is a quintessential ingredient at Chicken Guy, and for good reason – it tastes amazing. his sauce is tangy and garlicky in all the best ways! If you’ve ever had garlic aioli at your favorite restaurant, then I know you’ll love this tasty garlic sauce.
🧂 Ingredients
Here’s my copycat version of Guy Fieri’s Donkey Sauce recipe.
This is meant to be a brief overview of this great recipe. For step-by-step instructions and a full printable recipe card with ingredients, please scroll down to the teal box below.
- roasted garlic – roasting garlic makes it a little sweeter
- mayonnaise – adds body and creaminess
- Dijon mustard – more pungent than yellow mustard
- Worcestershire sauce – for umami
- kosher salt and black pepper
🥄Equipment
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In addition to a liquid measuring cup and measuring spoons, you’ll also need a small bowl and a whisk to make this easy recipe.
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💭 Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some questions (and answers!) readers often ask about this donkey sauce recipe.
This creamy mayonnaise-based sauce has a bold tangy flavor. The sauce is the perfect combination of sweet, sour, bitter, and salty – also known as Umami.
Yes! You can skip the oven and ‘roast garlic’ in the microwave if you’re in a time crunch. Here’s how:
1. Cut the top of the garlic head off to expose the cloves.
2. Place the garlic bulb into a small dish and add water almost to the top of the garlic.
3. Drizzle olive oil on top of the exposed garlic cloves.
4. Cook in the microwave at 40% power for 5 minutes. (Cooking time may vary. My microwave is 1000 watts.)
⭐ Tips
✔️ Use quality ingredients for the best flavor.
✔️ Adjust the consistency of the sauce by adding more or less
✔️ If you have time, allow the sauce to chill in the fridge for a few hours or overnight. Trust me, the flavor will be even more incredible!
🍲 Storage
To Store: Leftover donkey sauce stores wonderfully. Place it into an airtight jar or container. It will last 5-7 days in the fridge. (These are my favorite airtight containers.)
I love that I can easily double or triple the recipe and store extra sauce in the fridge for later use.
📖 Variations
The first time you try any new recipe we recommend that you make it just as it is written on the recipe card since that is how the delicious recipe has been tested. However, the next time you make our recipe, you might want to try one of these ideas:
Put your own spin on our copycat recipe by adding a dash of hot sauce or a sprinkle of cayenne pepper.
You can also add a little bit more acidity by adding a teaspoon of fresh lemon juice.
Out of something you need? Check out our free ingredient substitutions printable!
🍴 Serving Suggestions
This condiment began as a burger sauce because it’s amazing on burgers and sliders – it’s a perfect addition to any burger board! However, it’s also amazing with onion rings, fries, tater tots, hot dogs, and chicken tenders.
😋 Similar Recipes
If you like making your own sauces like this then next time you’ll also want to try our spicy ketchup or honey mustard sauce.
I know you’ll also enjoy these delicious recipes:
Related: Homemade Burger Sauce
Homemade Donkey Sauce
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Ingredients
- ⅓ cup roasted garlic about 2 whole heads
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- kosher salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine the cooled roasted garlic into a small mixing bowl and mash with the back of a fork.⅓ cup roasted garlic
- Whisk the remaining ingredients with the mashed garlic until well combined.1 cup mayonnaise, 1 teaspoon dijon mustard, ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, kosher salt and black pepper
- Taste for seasoning and adjust as needed.
- Serve immediately or cover and chill in the refrigerator until you are ready to use it.
Equipment
- Small Mixing Bowl
