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Cane’s Sauce

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The “top-secret” Cane’s Sauce Recipe is secret no more. There’s a lot of fast food that I can resist.  Burgers, fries, milkshakes, no problem there.  But sit me down in front of fried chicken with Raising Cane’s Dipping Sauce and it’s another story. Ever since I first tasted the sweet and slightly spicy sauce I simply can’t help myself.

white plate with bowl of dipping sauce and fries on the side

Raising Cane’s Sauce could arguably be the best thing about the restaurant franchise.  It’s peppery, tangy, and disappears faster than your chicken tenders, which is a real shame.

Another shame: you can’t buy it anywhere but at their restaurants!  When it’s gone, it’s gone.  But no more!  Now that the recipe has been revealed, making your own copycat Cane’s Sauce at home is a no-brainer!

What is in Cane’s Sauce?

As with all recipes, using fresh ingredients and brands you love make all the difference in sauce success. Here are the ingredients you will need to make the perfect dip!

  • real mayonnaise – The key to any really great dip is the base of it. In this case, using real mayonnaise over any low fat options work the best. This gives you the full flavor of mayo.
  • ketchup – Any brand will typically work.
  • Worcestershire sauce
  • salt, ground black pepper & garlic – This combination gives the peppery kick that Canes sauce is really known for.
ingredient shot included measured out ketchup, silver bowl of mayo, garlic on table and a slight view of measuring cups on the right

How to make Cane’s Sauce Recipe

  1. Measure and dump mayonnaise in a bowl. Add leveled off ketchup on top of mayo.
  2. Seasonings: Add salt and pepper to the mixture, which gives the perfect balance of seasonings. Canes is known for its peppery sauce so this is important!
  3. Grate full fresh garlic right into the sauce. Fresh garlic has a lot of great moisture and no bitter taste that can be left in dried garlic. If possible, always use fresh (minced is fine) for the boldest flavors.
  4. Add in Worcestershire sauce, which has a sweet and sour taste and gives Canes sauce its rich, deep flavors.
  5. Whisk all ingredients well, making sure to fully combine and mix pepper throughout the sauce.
collage of recipe ingredients being added to a bowl and mixed with a whisk.

Seasoning Variations & Tips

I totally understand that for the Caniacs out there, changing up the classic recipe is blasphemous! 

But, there ARE a lot of great variations that you can make to Cane’s sauce that you may find to be tastier than the original (if it’s possible).  Here are some ideas:

  • Onion powder: some people really like the savory taste of onion powder in their Cane’s Sauce.  For this recipe, you could add ¼-½ tsp to taste for a modest change in flavor.
  • Mustard: many people like the spiciness that Dijon mustard imparts, which can be achieved in this recipe by adding 1-2 tbsp.  You could be REALLY courageous and try adding horseradish mustard for an extra kick!
  • Creole Seasoning: Raising Cane’s originated in Baton Rouge Louisiana, and Creole seasoning is a natural fit with this Cane’s Sauce.  Add about ¼ tsp Creole Seasoning and see what you think!
  • Garlic Powder: Although this recipe calls for fresh garlic, you can use powdered too.  Replace the fresh garlic with 1 tsp garlic powder.

FAQ’s

How long will copycat canes sauce keep for?

This sauce should keep in the fridge for about two weeks.  I usually make my dipping sauces in a mason jar so that I can lid them easily and take them in and out of the fridge.  If you use any ingredients without preservatives, such as your mayo or ketchup, the sauce may not last as long.

Is Raisin’ Cane’s Sauce the same as Zaxby’s Sauce?

Some people have tried to compare Cane’s Sauce to Zaxby’s, but to me, there’s no contest.  While Zaxby’s and Cane’s sauces look almost identical, their flavors are quite different.  Cane’s is the perfect compliment to chicken–not too vinegary, not too sweet–Zaxby’s is overpowering, sour, and a bit bitter.  

Can you buy Cane’s sauce in a bottle?

Nope! Unlike Chick-Fil-A Sauce, Cane’s sauce only comes in containers right from the Raising Canes website and making a copycat recipe from home.

dipping a French fry into a bowl of sauce.

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Cane’s Sauce Recipe (Copycat)


Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
This smooth, slightly sweet and peppery dipping sauce from Raisin' Canes is perfect for dipping chicken and fries. Now enjoy Cane's Sauce right in your own kitchen with this easy, low ingredient dipping sauce.

Ingredients
 

  • 3/4 cup real mayonnaise
  • 1/3 cup ketchup
  • 1-1/2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 3 cloves garlic shredded

Instructions

  • Measure and mix all ingredients together and whisk well until smooth Take care to make sure garlic, pepper and salt are full incorporated.
  • Serve dip immediately or refrigerate, covered, until ready to serve. 

Notes

How long will this sauce keep for?

This sauce can be keep in the fridge for about two weeks, however the recipe is only 1 cup, so mostly I make and use dip fresh. For storage I add dipping sauces in a mason jar so that I can lid them easily and take them in and out of the fridge.  If you use any ingredients without preservatives, such as for your mayo or ketchup, the sauce may not last as long.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 312kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 25g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 1583mg | Sugar: 5g

Nutritional Disclaimer: The nutritional data provided here is auto-calculated and intended for your convenience only. As it’s generated via automation, its accuracy may be compromised. For precise nutritional insight, please compute the values utilizing the actual ingredients in your recipe through your chosen nutrition calculator or application.

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2 Comments

  1. Christelle says:

    Yummy, I just made it 30 minutes ago , family had it with chicken wings and sweet potato fries and they want more !!, lol . So thank you so very much for this recipe.

    1. Trisha Haas says:

      So glad you loved it with the wings!