Red Robin Bistro Sauce Recipe

Red Robin Bistro sauce is a tangy blend of mayonnaise, horseradish, mustard, and spices that adds gourmet flavor to any dish.

One of Red Robin’s most popular sauces, they have been serving it with their signature gourmet burgers for over 50 years.

And now, you can save a trip to the restaurant and enjoy this delicious bistro sauce in the comfort of your own home.

Though the original is a closely guarded secret, I’ve put together a Red Robin Bistro sauce recipe that is easy to make and has all the great flavor of the original.

However, the key to this sauce is to give it time to rest before serving.

I recommend making it a couple of hours ahead to allow the flavors time to meld.

The horseradish gives Red Robin Bistro sauce the perfect amount of tang that will go great with so many of your favorite dishes.

Enjoy it with grilled chicken, steaks, sandwiches, and even pasta.

Serve it at your next dinner party, and listen to your dinner guests rave as they ask for more.

At the end of the recipe, I’ve included some variations that you can use for a variety of different dishes.

Spoiler alert: the dijon mustard version goes great with grilled chicken and is perfect for date night.

Read on to learn how to make a delicious Red Robin Bistro sauce that tastes just as good (or even better) than the original.

What Do You Need To Make Red Robin Bistro Sauce

Ingredients

Mayonnaise

Mayonnaise is the base for this sauce.

I recommend using homemade mayonnaise for a richer, creamier flavor, but you can use your favorite store-bought brand.

However, I don’t recommend Miracle Whip for this recipe as it significantly changes the taste of the sauce.

Ketchup 

Gives the sauce the right amount of sweet tomato flavor.

Horseradish

The secret ingredient for a delicious bistro sauce.

Feel free to use your favorite brand of prepared horseradish.

Spicy Mustard 

Gives the sauce a spicy tang. Feel free to substitute dijon.

Worcestershire Sauce

A little bit of savory flavor. Be careful; it’s easy to add too much.

Lemon Juice 

If at all possible, use fresh lemons. However, you can use one tablespoon of bottled lemon juice if you don’t have access to fresh lemons.

Fresh Chopped Garlic 

Adds more flavor to the sauce.

To save time, you can substitute 1 tbsp garlic powder, but I don’t recommend using garlic salt as it will over-season the sauce.

Paprika 

Adds a touch of exotic spice and deepens the color.

Fresh Chopped Parsley

Brightens up the sauce. If you can’t find fresh parsley, you can substitute 1 tsp of dried parsley.

Equipment

• Large non-reactive bowl
• Whisk, spoon, or spatula for mixing

How To Make Red Robin Bistro Sauce

Step One: Add all the ingredients to a large bowl and mix well.

Step Two: Taste the sauce and adjust any of the ingredients until you have your desired flavor.

Step Four: Season with salt and pepper.

Step Five: Let the sauce rest in the fridge for at least two hours.

Step Six: Reheat or serve chilled.

Enjoy!

Other Things To Consider When Making Red Robin Bistro Sauce

You Can Adjust or Substitute Ingredients

This recipe will make a delicious Red Robin Bistro sauce that tastes like the original.

However, the best part about cooking is discovering interesting new flavor combinations.

Remember, there are as many bistro sauce recipes as there are chefs to make them, so feel free to change or substitute any of the ingredients.

For example, add a pinch of ground cayenne pepper if you like a spicier sauce.

Or you can use Dijon instead of spicy mustard.

I like to add fresh herbs, like thyme or oregano, to give my bistro sauce more flavor, which goes great with grilled chicken and steak.

The bottom line, have fun and play around with the recipe to discover your favorite variation.

What Can I Eat with Red Robin Bistro Sauce?

Traditionally, bistro sauces are served over grilled chicken or meat.

But Red Robin Bistro sauce is versatile and goes great with so much more.

Use it to add some gourmet flavor to all your favorite dishes.

The tangy horseradish goes great with all kinds of grilled meats – from juicy and tender filet mignon to a mouthwatering New York strip.

It also makes an excellent accompaniment for prime rib instead of plain horseradish.

Serve it over grilled chicken, just like the finest cafes in Paris.

Use instead of Ranch dressing as a delicious dip for fresh veggies.

Red Robin Bistro sauce goes great on any burger – beef, lamb, or pork.

Once you dip your fries in this tangy sauce, you’ll never go back to using plain ketchup again.

Surprisingly, it makes an excellent sauce for pasta.

I like to add a couple of tablespoons of olive oil and toss it with my favorite pasta for a quick and easy mid-week meal.

Spread on roast beef or pastrami sandwiches as a delicious alternative to mayonnaise.

And if you’re like me and dip your pizza in Ranch dressing, you’ll love how it tastes using Red Robin Bistro sauce instead.

The tangy flavor beautifully complements the rich tomato taste of the marinara sauce.

Try it out for yourself; the combinations are endless.

Make More Than You Need!

This super versatile bistro sauce goes with so many things that you’ll want to ensure you always have some on hand.

So go ahead and double up the recipe. You can store it in the fridge in an airtight container for up to two weeks, though I don’t recommend freezing it.

I always have some ready-to-whip up an impromptu hors d’oeuvre or snack for unexpected guests.

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