Sauce & Condiment Recipes

This vegan twist on the Italian American classic gives you all the rich creaminess of the original without any actual cream. Sprinkle in some crushed red pepper to add a welcome bite to the otherwise rich and mellow flavors.

The classic cilantro-packed steak topping adds herby complexity to any savory dish. If beef isn’t your thing, it’s just as good atop grain bowls, fish, chicken, or roasted veggies.

A well-stocked bar is not complete without a fruity syrup that adds a touch of sweetness and tartness to your favorite cocktails. Level up your at-home bartending skills with an easy-to-make cherry grenadine that calls for just three simple ingredients!

This succulent sun-dried tomato pestois packed with bright, umami flavor, making ita perfect accompaniment to sandwiches, meats, pasta, and beyond!

Made with roasted garlic, spicy jalapeño peppers, creamy avocado, and a grab-bag of other aromatic ingredients, this mega-flavorful salsa is the perfect condiment for anyone who can handle the heat.

Filled with fresh herbs and roasted garlic, this ultra-flavorful butter transforms even the simplest piece of bread into a work of art.

Skip the jarred stuff and get the party started with fresh homemade salsa that brings zest to any fiesta!

This smoky-spicy-sweet dressing makestheperfectpartnertoheartiersalad ingredients like kale, beans, corn, and grains.

Mole is a traditional sauce used in Mexican cuisine made with roasted chilies and an assortment of spices. Once combined, you’ll taste a layered flavor of sweet, salty, spicy, and smoky. Use this mole sauce to top your protein like chicken, as an enchilada sauce, or over rice.

This traditional Mexican sauce makes a rich and flavorfulaccompaniment to enchiladas, chilaquiles, birria, and tacos.

This plant-based version of Oaxacan mole negro substitutes vegetable broth for more traditional meat-based broths without sacrificing any of its distinctive smoky-sweet-nutty flavor. Prepping ingredients for this recipe takes a bit of effort, but the result is a truly delectable sauce you can enjoy with a wide array of dishes.

What would a tuna salad sandwich or potato salad be without the mayo? While it sometimes gets a bad rap because it’s calorically dense, homemade mayo uses only high-quality, real food ingredients like eggs, oil, and vinegar. If you don’t have avocado oil, feel free to use whatever oil you have on hand like canola or grapeseed. Just be sure to use pasteurized eggs in this recipe since the eggs are raw.