Arby's Three Pepper Sauce Recipe
Craving smoky heat? This Arby's Three Pepper Sauce Recipe uses jalapeños, chipotle, mayo, and garlic for creamy spice.
Equipment
- Medium saucepan
- Small skillet
- Cutting board
- Sharp knife
- Blender or food processor
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk or spoon
- Measuring cups and spoons.
- Airtight glass jar for storage
Ingredients
- 1 cup full-fat mayonnaise
- 1 medium red bell pepper finely chopped
- 1 fresh jalapeño seeds removed and finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon minced chipotle pepper in adobo sauce
- 1 teaspoon adobo sauce from the can
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey or sugar
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper adjust to taste
- ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Optional but lovely:
- 1 tablespoon sour cream for extra creaminess
- A squeeze of fresh lemon juice for brightness
Instructions
Step 1: Sauté the Peppers
- In a small skillet over medium heat, add a tiny splash of oil. Toss in the red bell pepper and jalapeño. Sauté for about 5–6 minutes until softened but not browned. You want them tender and slightly sweet.
- Add the garlic in the last 30 seconds. Stir gently. Let everything cool completely.
Step 2: Blend the Heat
- Transfer the cooled pepper mixture into a blender. Add the chipotle pepper, adobo sauce, and a tablespoon of mayonnaise. Blend until smooth.
- This is where the flavor really starts to come alive. You’ll smell the smokiness immediately.
Step 3: Build the Base
- In a mixing bowl, add the remaining mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, white vinegar, honey, smoked paprika, cayenne, salt, and black pepper.
- Whisk until smooth and creamy.
Step 4: Combine Everything
- Fold the blended pepper mixture into the mayonnaise base. Stir slowly and taste as you go.
- If you want it spicier, add a little more chipotle or cayenne. If it’s too spicy, stir in a spoon of sour cream.
Step 5: Chill
- Transfer to an airtight jar and refrigerate for at least one hour. This resting time allows the flavors to settle and deepen.
- Trust me, the sauce tastes good immediately. But after an hour? It tastes incredible.