Dips, Sauces, & Dressings – Easterling Family Recipes

Tzatziki (and Tzatzik-ish) Sauce

You know that incredible sauce you get on gyros and other Greek food? Yeah, this is (and isn’t) it. And if you don’t have a clue what I’m talking about, just make this and you will. It is heavenly.

Ethan Chlebowski’s Pickled Onions

If you’ve watched any of Ethan’s videos, you’ll know that he puts these on EVERYTHING. Super simple and versatile. And seriously, who doesn’t like pickled anything? (Well, almost… not knocking anyone who digs them, but I personally draw the line somewhere short of pig’s feet.)

Homemade Dark Soy Sauce

I haven’t tried this yet, but since I can’t seem to find it in my local grocery, it’s a good place to start.

Spicy Ranch Dipping Sauce

This is a copycat recipe of a dipping sauce from a wings franchise, and it is really good on tater tots.

Oh-My Sauce

When I tasted this, I said, “[Oh-My], that’s good.” (The actual phrase spoken may or may not have included “Oh-My”, but after consulting with my wife, we decided on a name for it that was a little more in line with the family values of this site.)

Easy Homemade Salsa

Less than 5 minutes to make, and so good that I’ve eaten it all by itself… several times.

Fish Taco Sauce

4 ounces cream cheese, softened 1/3 cup Mayonnaise (Duke’s preferred) 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar 2 tablespoons dill pickle juice 1 tablespoon sriracha 1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin Directions: Stir all ingredients together with a whisk or fork. If time allows, refrigerate forContinue reading “Fish Taco Sauce”

Tangy Cream Salad Dressing

1-1/2 cups salad oil (basically, any cooking oil) 1/2 cup vinegar 1/3 cup minced parsley 1/2 teaspoon red pepper 3 tablespoons minced green pepper 1 large onion, chopped 1 teaspoon dry mustard 1 tablespoon powdered sugar 1 tablespoon salt 3 oz package cream cheese, softened Directions: In a blender, blend well all ingredients.

Thousand Island Salad Dressing

2/3 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup ketchup 1/4 cup sweet pickle relish Directions: Mix together and refrigerate.

Celery Seed Dressing

1/2 cup sugar 1 teaspoon dry mustard 1 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons celery seeds 2 teaspoons grated onion 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar 2 teaspoons horseradish 1 cup salad oil (basically, any cooking oil) Directions: In a blender, blend together all ingredients. (Source: Mrs. Alva Bergstrom, Tampa, FL)