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Traditional Sauces and Condiments
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Tahini
A Middle Eastern condiment made from toasted ground hulled sesame seeds, used to enrich the flavor and texture of many dishes.
Fish Sauce
A liquid condiment made from fish or krill that have been coated in salt and fermented, it originated in Southeast Asia.
Harissa
A North African chili pepper paste typically made with roasted red peppers, Baklouti pepper, serrano peppers, and other hot chili peppers, as well as spices and herbs like garlic paste, coriander, saffron, rose, or caraway.
Balsamic Vinegar
A dark, concentrated, and intensely flavored vinegar originating from Italy, made wholly or partially from grape must.
Gochujang
A savory, sweet, and spicy fermented condiment popular in Korean cooking. It is made from red chili powder, glutinous rice, fermented soybeans, and salt.
Pesto
An Italian sauce originating from Genoa and made from basil, garlic, pine nuts, coarse salt, parmesan cheese, and olive oil.
Ketchup
A sweet and tangy sauce, typically made from tomatoes, sugar, and vinegar, with various seasonings and spices.
Mustard
Made from the seeds of the mustard plant, this condiment can range from mild to spicy and originates from India.
Chimichurri
An Argentine green sauce used for grilled meat, made of finely-chopped parsley, minced garlic, vegetable oil, oregano, and white vinegar.
Ranch Dressing
An American salad dressing usually made from buttermilk, salt, garlic, onion, mustard, herbs (commonly chives, parsley, and dill), and spices (commonly pepper, paprika, and ground mustard seed) mixed into a sauce based on mayonnaise or another oil emulsion.
Salsa
A variety of sauces used in Mexican cuisine, typically tomato-based, often including onions, chilies, and cilantro.
Worcestershire Sauce
A fermented liquid condiment created in the city of Worcester in Worcestershire, England, during the first half of the 19th century. Its ingredients may include vinegar, molasses, anchovies, garlic, tamarind extract, chili pepper extract, sugar, and spices.
Mayonnaise
A thick, creamy dressing made from oil, egg yolks, and either vinegar or lemon juice, originated in France.
Chutney
A condiment originating from the Indian subcontinent, made from a mix of fruits or vegetables with herbs, and is highly spiced.
Mole
A traditional Mexican sauce, made of a variety of ingredients, including chilies, spices, chocolate, and nuts.
Teriyaki Sauce
A cooking sauce used in Japanese cuisine made from soy sauce, sake or mirin, and sugar. It has a shiny glaze and is used to marinate or baste grilled or broiled meats.
Hummus
A Levantine spread made from cooked, mashed chickpeas blended with tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and garlic.
Sriracha
A type of hot sauce or chili sauce made from a paste of chili peppers, distilled vinegar, garlic, sugar, and salt, originally from Thailand.
Sambal
A spicy Southeast Asian chili sauce or paste typically made from a mixture of a variety of chili peppers with secondary ingredients such as shrimp paste, fish sauce, garlic, ginger, shallot, scallion, palm sugar, and lime juice.
Remoulade
A condiment invented in France that is usually aioli- or mayonnaise-based with additions like herbs, pickles, capers, and anchovies.
Soy Sauce
A dark, salty sauce made by fermenting soybeans, originating from China.
Tzatziki
A sauce of Greek origin made of strained yogurt mixed with cucumbers, garlic, salt, olive oil, sometimes with vinegar or lemon juice, and herbs like dill, mint, parsley, thyme.
Guacamole
A traditional Mexican dip primarily made from mashed avocados, and often including tomato, onion, garlic, lemon or lime juice, and coriander.
Hoisin Sauce
A thick, fragrant sauce commonly used in Chinese cuisine, it is made from a combination of soybeans, garlic, chili peppers, and various spices.
Béarnaise Sauce
An emulsion of egg yolk, butter, white wine vinegar, and herbs, including tarragon and chervil, originating in France.
Buffalo Sauce
A hot sauce made from a vinegar-based cayenne pepper hot sauce and melted butter. It is most commonly associated with Buffalo wings and originated in the United States.
HP Sauce
A brown sauce with a malt vinegar base, blended with fruit and spices. It was named after London's Houses of Parliament and originated in the United Kingdom.
Hot Mustard
A variant of mustard that is typically hotter than yellow mustard, often used in Chinese cuisine, made from mustard powder mixed with water, causing a chemical reaction that produces heat.
Alfredo Sauce
A rich and creamy white sauce made from butter, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese, traditionally served with fettuccine pasta. This sauce originated in Rome, Italy.
Aioli
Originating from the Mediterranean coasts of Spain, France, and Italy, aioli is a sauce made from garlic, salt, and olive oil; in many regions it includes egg yolks and lemon juice.
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