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Copycat Bob's Big Boy Sauce
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Bob's Big Boy sauce is a tartar sauce like mixture. You can serve it with fish, seafood, fried foods, burgers...
serves/makes:
ready in:
2-5 hrs
2-5 hrs
19 reviews
3 comments
ingredients
1 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons dill pickle relish, well drained
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
1 dash paprika
1 pinch garlic powder
directions
Combine all the ingredients in a bowl and mix well. Cover the bowl and place in the refrigerator for 2-3 hours or until well chilled.
Stir again before using. Store leftovers, covered, in the refrigerator for up to a week.
recipe tips
For a smoother sauce, blend the sauce in a food processor or blender.
Adjust the seasoning as desired, adding more lemon juice or spices as needed.
Make sure the pickle relish is well-drained to keep the sauce from becoming too watery.
This sauce can also be used as a spread for sandwiches or wraps.
Add a tablespoon of capers for an extra tangy flavor.
If you prefer a thinner sauce, mix in a small amount of milk or cream.
For a healthier version, substitute half of the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt.
Letting the sauce sit overnight will further enhance the flavors.
Always store the sauce in an airtight container to keep it fresh and from absorbing odors from the fridge.
common recipe questions
Can I use sweet pickle relish instead of dill?
Yes, but it will give the sauce a sweeter flavor rather than the intended tartness.
Is fresh lemon juice better than bottled?
Fresh lemon juice is preferred for its fresh flavor, but bottled juice can be used in a pinch.
Can I make this sauce with a low-fat or vegan mayonnaise?
Yes, you can use low-fat or vegan mayonnaise, but it may alter the texture and flavor slightly.
How long does the sauce need to chill before serving?
Chill it for at least 2-3 hours to allow the flavors to meld together. Overnight is even better.
Can I make this sauce spicier?
Yes, add a dash of hot sauce or cayenne pepper for a spicier kick.
Can I freeze this sauce?
It's not recommended to freeze mayonnaise-based sauces as they can separate and lose texture when thawed.
tools needed
Mixing Bowl: To combine all the ingredients for Bob's Big Boy sauce. Make sure to use a bowl large enough to allow for easy mixing without spillage.
Measuring Cups and Spoons: To accurately measure the mayo, relish, lemon juice, and onion powder.
Cover: Whether it's plastic wrap, a lid, or a plate, you'll need something to cover the mixing bowl while the sauce chills in the refrigerator.
Spatula or Stirring Spoon: For mixing the ingredients together. Make sure to scrape the sides of the bowl to fully incorporate all the flavors.
Leftover Container: For storing any extra sauce in the fridge. You'll want to have this on hand in case you end up with more sauce than needed.
what goes with it?
Fish and Chips: the tangy tartar-like sauce will cut through the grease of the fried fish and chips.
Popcorn Shrimp: the creamy richness of the sauce pairs perfectly with the crispy popcorn shrimp, creating a delicious contrast of textures.
Crab Cakes: enhance the succulent crab meat with a dollop of tangy sauce on top, adding a zesty kick to each bite.
Veggie Burger: the tartness of the sauce will add a refreshing and unexpected twist to the veggie burger.
nutrition data
103 calories, 12 grams fat, 1 grams carbohydrates, 0 grams protein per tablespoon. This recipe is low in sodium. This recipe is low in carbs.
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reviews & comments
May 28, 2024
I grew up with Eat 'n Park's Big Boy which became the Super Burger. This sauce is EXACTLY what I remember. Easier than a plane trip back!! Thank you!
May 2, 2024
In Ohio, this is the real deal! So happy I found it. After making it couple times I found it was good but not quite exactly what I remembered. Just something really small was missing in the flavor. I thought it might need some minor tweaking. On the label of Bob's Big Boy Sauce it says they use soy based mayo, which I thought might be key to the flavor. First I used Hellman's because it's soy based, and what I had on hand, it was very good, and close. The second time I used Duke's and it was even better and richer tasting. I also found that the onion powder is a must for the flavor and cannot be omitted. Those little adjustments plus extra dill pickle relish made it exactly how I remember it. So delicious and it's great to be able to recreate and old favorite.
The mayo makes all the difference!
This tastes nothing like the Bob's Tartar Sauce served in the restaurants, nor the bottled version available in grocery stores.
What do you feel is different about it?
July 10, 2020
Tastes like Frisch's Big Boy tarter sauce! Very good with fish, onion rings and fries!
February 20, 2020
yes
November 16, 2019
This doesnât taste like big boy tartar to me. Itâs okay but mainly tastes like mayo. Idk if Iâm just using different brands than everyone else in the comments or what.. but this is a no for me.
November 8, 2019
I thank you for this ...very good, I am pleased.
April 20, 2019
Taste just like the sauce you used to get at Manners Big Boy.. Thanks for the memories
This recipe is simple, just what I was looking for. I know it will be so good, can't wait to try it. Thank you!
October 14, 2018
Wow this is the best,, Thanks for sharing
July 12, 2017
This recipe tastes identical to the original Manners' Big Boy Sauce from Ohio, and also to Bob's. I grew up with this in the 50's and 60's. I have had the Thousand Island dressing referenced by another reviewer. That's great on a salad or Reuben sandwich, but I didn't like it on a burger. I don't know what they did on the West coast. As for as I'm concerned, this is Big Boy sauce.
June 22, 2014
Added this to the condiment table at our last bbq for the burgers. Everyone raved about it. Thanks for the recipe.
November 8, 2013
I use this with fish sticks and french fries lol!
August 9, 2013
very close to the original sauce...thank you
July 2, 2013
Absolutely dead on. Just like Big Boy's
November 30, 2012
This is a decent enough recipe, but it's not like the red relish that I used to get at the Bob's in the Los Angeles area. It's taken me years to develop a recipe that satisfies my Bob's craving. Here it is: Bobââ¬â¢s Big Boy Red Relish As reinvented by Mark Perkins, aka TheBurgerDude Makes about 7 pint jars 2 cups roughly chopped cucumbers 1 roughly chopped onion 1 seeded and roughly chopped green pepper 1 seeded and roughly chopped red pepper 1 stalk roughly chopped celery 2 Tbsp Kosher salt (or 1 Tbsp pickling salt) ½ tsp turmeric 3 cups water 1 Tbsp whole allspice 1 Tbsp whole cloves 1 Tbsp mace 1 Tbsp celery seed 1 Tbsp whole peppercorns 2 inches stick cinnamon ½ tsp dry mustard ½ clove garlic 1 ½ bay leaves 2 cups cider vinegar 4 medium sized ripe tomatoes, peeled, seeded & chopped 1 cup sugar 2 tsp mustard seeds Using a food grinder with the coarse plate (I use my KitchenAid attachment), grind the cucumbers, onion, peppers and celery together into a large non-reactive bowl. Add salt, turmeric, and water and mix well. Continue with the remaining steps while letting this mixture stand overnight. In a square of cheesecloth, tie up the allspice, cloves, mace, celery seed, peppercorns and cinnamon. Bring this spice packet and the vinegar up to a boil in a large non-reactive pot. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Increase heat to medium, and add the tomatoes. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer, partially covered until the tomatoes resemble a puree ââ¬â about 30 minutes. Add sugar and mustard seeds, cover, and let stand overnight at room temperature. Now drain the vegetable mixture that has been sitting overnight in a strainer, pressing out any excess liquid. Add the drained vegetables to the tomato mixture and bring to a boil over medium high hear. Reduce heat to low and simmer, uncovered, until most of the liquid has evaporated, about 30 minutes. Remove spice bag. Ladle into jars and process for 15 minutes. Let relish mellow for at least a month before using, and refrigerate after opening. To make the burger, use a sesame seed bun cut into three pieces; a top, middle, and bottom. Toast each cut side. On the bottom, add a spoonful of mayo, some lettuce, a slice of American cheese, the patty, the middle part of the bun, the next patty, relish, and finally the top bun.
March 16, 2011
This was very comparable to original manner's big boy sauce. Yummy!
April 29, 2010
I was looking for a tartar sauce recipe. I have never had Bob's Big Boy Sauce. This recipe was fanctastic. I used dill pickles and instead of onion power I used shallots and a little extra lemon juice. This was great on fried cat fish. Thanks for the recipe.
September 29, 2009
by using hellmans mayo//the taste is like the old MANNERS big boy
January 12, 2009
Have not had a big boy with this sauce in years. Made the sauce today and it was exactly as I remembered it. Thanks!
January 13, 2008
the BEST sauce ever
While many of the Big Boy restaurant franchises did serve their burgers with thie thousand island style relish, Bob's Big Boy (mostly in California and the West) served theirs with a red "steak" relish (no mayo). Today you will find there are a few Big Boys in California that server the one described here, but those are now franchises and they use the Elias Brothers franchise recipe.