Ingredients:

  • 1 cup heavy duty mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sweet red hamburger relish
  • 1 tbsp creamy chili sauce
  • 2 tsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/8 tsp paprika
  • 1 pinch kosher salt
  • 1 pinch granulated sugar

Instructions:

  1. Measure the mayo. Place 1 cup of heavy duty mayonnaise into a glass bowl. Note: Use a spatula to ensure you get the full volume out of the measuring cup.
  2. Drain the relish. Strain 1/2 cup sweet red hamburger relish through a fine mesh sieve. Wait until the liquid stops dripping to avoid a runny sauce.
  3. Combine the bases. Add the drained relish and 1 tbsp creamy chili sauce to the mayo.
  4. Introduce the acid. Pour in 2 tsp fresh lemon juice. Whisk gently until the mixture turns a uniform pale pink.
  5. Add the aromatics. Sprinkle in 1/2 tsp onion powder, 1/4 tsp garlic powder, and 1/8 tsp paprika.
  6. Season to taste. Add a pinch of kosher salt and a pinch of granulated sugar.
  7. Emulsify the spices. Use a whisk to stir vigorously for 30 seconds until the powders disappear into the cream.
  8. The First Taste. Dip a clean spoon in to check the balance. If it's too sweet, add a drop more lemon; if too sharp, add a tiny pinch of sugar.
  9. Transfer for Chilling. Pour the mixture into a clean glass jar and seal it tightly.
  10. Cold Cure. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour until the flavors are fully married and the texture is firm.