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Tangy New Orleans Remoulade

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This Tangy New Orleans Remoulade is a bold and zesty Southern sauce packed with rich spices, fresh herbs, and a hint of heat. It’s perfect for dipping fried seafood, spreading on po’boys, or as a flavorful dressing for salads. Creamy and full of flavor, this classic New Orleans sauce will take any dish to the next level!

Ingredients

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For the Remoulade Sauce:

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp Creole mustard (or Dijon mustard)
  • 1 tbsp ketchup
  • 1 tbsp prepared horseradish
  • 1 tsp hot sauce (e.g., Tabasco)
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tbsp capers, finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp dill pickles, finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust for spice level)
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  • Mix the Base: In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Creole mustard, ketchup, horseradish, hot sauce, and lemon juice until well combined.
  • Add the Flavor: Stir in the parsley, capers, pickles, and garlic, mixing thoroughly.
  • Season & Chill: Add smoked paprika, cayenne, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors develop.
  • Serve & Enjoy: Serve the remoulade sauce as a dipping sauce for fried seafood, po’boys, fries, or even as a dressing for salads.

Notes

  • Adjust the cayenne pepper and hot sauce for your desired spice level.
  • If you don’t have Creole mustard, Dijon mustard can be used as a substitute for a milder flavor.
  • The sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.

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