Mcdonald's Hot Mustard Sauce Clone

Recreate McDonald’s iconic Hot Mustard Sauce at home with this quick and easy copycat recipe that delivers the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and spicy flavors. Made in just 5 minutes using pantry staples like yellow mustard, honey, soy sauce, and a blend of aromatic spices, this homemade dipping sauce is spot-on in taste and texture. The subtle kick from cayenne pepper and paprika pairs beautifully with the tangy vinegar and sweet honey, making it a versatile companion for chicken nuggets, fries, and more. Whether you’re hosting a game-day party or simply craving your favorite fast-food condiment, this DIY McDonald’s Hot Mustard Sauce will elevate any snack or meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

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Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

3 tablespoons Yellow mustard
2 tablespoons Honey
1.5 teaspoons White vinegar
1 teaspoons Soy sauce
0.25 teaspoons Cayenne pepper
0.25 teaspoons Paprika
0.25 teaspoons Garlic powder
0.25 teaspoons Onion powder

Directions

Step 1

In a small mixing bowl, combine the yellow mustard and honey. Stir until smooth and well-blended.

Step 2

Add the white vinegar and soy sauce to the mustard-honey mixture. Mix thoroughly to incorporate the liquids.

Step 3

Sprinkle in the cayenne pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir until the spices are evenly distributed and the sauce is smooth.

Step 4

Taste the sauce and adjust the flavor if needed, such as adding a tiny bit more cayenne for extra heat or honey for sweetness.

Step 5

Transfer the sauce to a small airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 6

Serve the sauce with chicken nuggets, fried foods, or as a dipping sauce for your favorite snacks. Enjoy!

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(102.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	167.4

Total Fat 2.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 703.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 41.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.4g	0%
Total Sugars 35.5g
Protein 2.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 36.9mg	0%
Iron 1.4mg	0%
Potassium 182.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 9.3%

Protein: 5.8%

Carbs: 84.9%