Instead, you may just see it called “house sauce” or “special sauce.”

It can be served with anything you think will be goodand it will be.

What Is Remoulade Sauce?

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Remoulade sauce is a classic French sauce.

It’s traditionally made with mayonnaise or oil and finished with tangy capers, herbs, and pickles.

It resembles a few other saucesit’s somewhere betweentartar sauce, cocktail sauce, andcomeback sauce.

Southern Living Classic Remoulade ingredients

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Remoulade Sauce Ingredients

For this sauce, you’ll need 11 ingredients.

Grab a bowl, measuring cups, and a spatula.

This sauce will be ready to eat in just minutes.

Southern Living Classic Remoulade combining the ingredients in a bowl

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You’ll also find remoulade served withfried green tomatoes,corn fritters, and zucchini or squash fritters.

it’s possible for you to keep the sauce in the fridge up to one week.

We don’t recommend freezing remoulade sauce.

Southern Living Classic Remoulade stirring the sauce together

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Can You Make Remoulade Sauce Ahead?

For the best flavor, remoulade sauce should be made ahead.

Give the sauce at least 30 minutes to meld and mix before eating it.

Southern Living Classic Remoulade ready to serve

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More Classic Sauces and Dips

Remoulade is one of many beloved sauces and dips in Southern cuisines.

Stir until well combined.

Chill:

Cover and chill at least 30 minutes before serving.