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Jack In The Box Secret Sauce Recipe

Jack In The Box Secret Sauce Recipe

Emma Johnson
This Jack In The Box Secret Sauce Recipe combines mayo, ketchup, smoked paprika, and pickle juice for rich fast-food-style flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Sauce
Cuisine American Fast Food Copycat
Servings 10 servings
Calories 85 kcal

Equipment

  • Medium mixing bowl
  • Whisk or spoon
  • Measuring spoons
  • Small jar or airtight container
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Rubber spatula

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • 1 tablespoon pickle juice
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Pinch of salt

Optional:

  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce for extra heat
  • Finely chopped pickles for texture

Instructions
 

Step 1: Add the Base Ingredients

  • In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, ketchup, and mustard.
  • Stir until smooth and evenly blended.
  • The color should turn light orange with a creamy texture.
  • At this stage it already starts smelling like burger sauce.

Step 2: Add Flavor Ingredients

  • Pour in the pickle juice and vinegar.
  • Then add the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, sugar, black pepper, and salt.
  • Whisk everything together until fully combined.
  • I noticed using smoked paprika instead of regular paprika makes a pretty noticeable difference in flavor.
  • Step 3: Taste and Adjust

Taste the sauce with a fry or spoon.

  • If you want it sweeter, add a tiny bit more ketchup.
  • If you want more tang, add extra pickle juice.
  • For a smokier flavor, sprinkle in a little more smoked paprika.
  • The first time I made this Jack In The Box Secret Sauce Recipe, I kept adjusting until it tasted balanced instead of overly sweet.

Step 4: Chill the Sauce

  • Transfer the sauce into a jar or airtight container.
  • Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
  • This resting time helps the flavors blend together.
  • The sauce thickens slightly as it chills.

Step 5: Serve

  • Stir the sauce one more time before serving.
  • Use it on burgers, fries, sandwiches, wraps, or even chicken tenders.
  • I honestly started using this sauce on homemade breakfast sandwiches too.

Notes

  • Chill the sauce before serving.
  • Use full-fat mayonnaise for best texture.
  • Add chopped pickles for extra crunch.
  • Store in a glass jar for fresher flavor.
  • Use smoked paprika instead of regular paprika.
  • Taste with fries instead of a spoon for better flavor balance.
Keyword Jack In The Box Secret Sauce Recipe