Transform the last remnants of ketchup in your bottle into a delightful Marie Rose-style dressing with ease. By combining mayonnaise, chili sauce, lemon, and a hint of your favorite spirit, you can whip up a creamy, tangy, and slightly spicy sauce within minutes—without the need to dirty additional dishes.
This ketchup bottle Marie Rose sauce can be prepared in just five minutes and yields approximately five to six tablespoons. The ingredients include four to five tablespoons of mayonnaise, one teaspoon of sweet vermouth, vodka, brandy, or cognac, and one to three tablespoons of sriracha, Tabasco, or another chili sauce to suit your taste. Add a small squeeze of lemon juice, flaky sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Begin with a nearly empty ketchup bottle containing about one to two tablespoons of ketchup and finish with a sprinkle of paprika, if desired.
To prepare, leave the remaining ketchup in the bottle and ensure there’s ample space for the other ingredients. Add mayonnaise, your chosen spirit, chili sauce, and lemon juice directly into the ketchup bottle. Season with a pinch of salt and a generous amount of freshly ground black pepper. Secure the lid tightly and shake the bottle vigorously until the ingredients are fully combined and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
Sample the dressing and tweak the seasoning to your preference. Increase the chili sauce for extra heat, add lemon juice for more acidity, or incorporate more mayonnaise for a milder and creamier consistency. Once ready, squeeze the sauce directly from the bottle onto your dishes. A dash of paprika can be added on top for added color and flavor.
This versatile sauce pairs wonderfully with prawns, avocado, lettuce, and cucumber, making it a perfect addition to a classic prawn cocktail. It also serves as a delightful drizzle over burgers, salads, roasted vegetables, or crispy avocado fries. This recipe is especially handy when you have a small amount of ketchup left in the bottle and wish to repurpose it creatively rather than discarding it.