Copycat Raising Cane's Sauce Recipe - The Food Hussy (2024)

January 1, 2022 · FoodHussy · 6 Comments

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Raising Cane’s Sauce is one of my favorite dipping sauces! Plus it’s great on more than just chicken! I would always get extra sauce (and extra Texas toast) when I went to Raising Cane’s to bring home but not any more! I did a side-by-side comparison and made my own!

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This Copycat version of Raising Cane’s Sauce will have your mouth watering! And it’s great with more than chicken! I used the sauce on fries, burgers and deli sandwiches. You can make this sauce up in just a few minutes and keep it in your fridge for weeks (but it won’t last that long!).

Raising Cane’s Sauce Ingredients

Most everything in Cane’s sauce are pantry staple ingredients you probably already have!

1/2cupDuke’s Mayonnaise
3tbspHeinz ketchup
1 1/2tspLea & Perrins Worcestershire sauce
1/4tspLawry’s Seasoned Salt– this has a bunch of spices in it – like onion powder, paprika and more!
1/8tspHot sauce
1/8tspgarlic powder
1/8tspblack pepper
OPTIONAL: you can add creole seasoning if you like a more peppery kick

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Raising Cane’s crispy chicken tenders don’t have a ton of flavor in the breading – it’s a simple (but delicious) flaky coating on juicy chicken tenders. That leaves all the flavor for the yummy dipping sauce. You can get larger containers of the sauce for extra at the restaurants but it’s much easier to just make it at home. 🙂

What does Cane’s sauce taste like?

Cane’s Sauce is tangy with a little bit of spice and full of flavor.It’s definitely creamy with hints of salt and garlic – so good! Perfect dipping sauce for their chicken, fries and that yummy bread!

How to make Raising Cane’s Sauce?

This Copycat Cane’s sauce recipe is so easy – you put everything in a bowl and whisk it together! I store it in a half-pint mason jar in the fridge. This recipe makes about 1/2 cup – since I live alone – I wanted to make a small batch that would be great for 1-2 meals. Feel free to double if you want and need more.

Is Raising Cane’s sauce vegetarian?

Raising Cane’s sauce can be vegetarian but not vegan or dairy free. It’s made with mayo, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce (this can be vegetarian or not), hot sauce, garlic, Lawry’s seasoned salt and black pepper. And let’s remember – most of the time you’re eating it on CHICKEN! Hahahaha!

Does this sauce need to be refrigerated?

Yes – because of the mayo, Cane’s sauce does need to be refrigerated. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 weeks. I just make small batches as I go. I prefer theseglass food storage containers.

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What else can you use Cane’s sauce with?

It’s a great dipping sauce for veggies, fries and a topping on burgers! Pair the breaded tenders with sweet potato fries for a quick weeknight meal!

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Copycat Raising Cane’s Sauce Recipe

Raising Cane's Sauce is one of my favorite dipping sauces! Plus it's great on more than just chicken! I would always get extra sauce when I went to Raising Cane's to bring home but not any more! I did a side-by-side comparison and made my own!

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 5 minutes mins

Course Side

Cuisine American

Servings 4

Calories 212 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

1/2 cup Duke's Mayonnaise
3 tbsp Heinz ketchup
1 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
1/4 tsp Lawry's Seasoned Salt
1/8 tsp Hot sauce
1/8 tsp garlic powder
1/8 tsp black pepper

Instructions

Whisk together all ingredients
Adjust to how you like it! If you like it spicier – add more hot sauce! Creamier? More mayo!
Refrigerate until ready to serve

Nutrition

Calories: 212kcalCarbohydrates: 3.1gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 393mgPotassium: 1mgSugar: 3g

Keyword chicken, copycat, sauce

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Judy P says
December 6, 2020 at 2:53 pm

Am making Sausage Balls for our Christmas dinner. We always do finger foods and sweets. This sounds like it would be amazing with the sausage balls!!
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- FoodHussy says
  December 6, 2020 at 7:44 pm
  
  Definitely!!!! Don’t miss my Pimento Cheese Sausage Balls recipe – it’s a great match! https://www.thefoodhussy.com/pimento-cheese-sausage-balls/
Gigi says
March 10, 2022 at 10:29 pm

I LOVE Canes sauce! Can you use ANY mayonnaise or does it have to be Dukes? Never heard of it. Is there any substitutes for it? Thanks for any help!
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- FoodHussy says
  March 10, 2022 at 10:41 pm
  
  You can use any – Duke’s is just my favorite! If not Duke’s – I would reco Hellman’s. Not Miracle Whip!
Donna says
July 17, 2023 at 8:06 am

what kind of hot sauce? There are many on the market.
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- FoodHussy says
  July 17, 2023 at 11:58 pm
  
  i always use Franks

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Regarding the provided article discussing the Copycat Raising Cane's Sauce, it essentially delves into replicating the signature sauce from the fast-food chain, Raising Cane's, known for its tangy, creamy, and slightly spicy flavor. Here's a breakdown of the concepts and ingredients used in the article:

Raising Cane’s Sauce: This is the central focus of the article, aiming to replicate the signature sauce from the restaurant. It's described as tangy, slightly spicy, creamy, and rich in flavor.
Ingredients: The sauce comprises pantry staple ingredients such as Duke’s Mayonnaise, Heinz ketchup, Lea & Perrins Worcestershire sauce, Lawry’s Seasoned Salt (a blend of various spices like onion powder and paprika), hot sauce (Franks is recommended), garlic powder, and black pepper. Optional additions include creole seasoning for an extra peppery kick.
Taste and Texture: The sauce is described as tangy, creamy, with hints of salt, garlic, and spice. It's primarily used as a dipping sauce for chicken tenders but is versatile enough to complement fries, burgers, and deli sandwiches.
Preparation: Making the Raising Cane's Sauce is simple and quick. All the ingredients are whisked together in a bowl and can be stored in the fridge for up to three weeks due to the mayonnaise content.
Usage and Pairing: Apart from being a dipping sauce for chicken and fries, the article suggests using it as a topping for burgers, veggies, and as a complement to various dishes like sweet potato fries, breaded pork tenderloin, and more.
Vegetarian/Vegan Status: The sauce can be vegetarian but not vegan or dairy-free due to the presence of mayo. However, depending on the Worcestershire sauce used, it can be vegetarian-friendly.
Storage: Due to the mayo content, it needs to be refrigerated and stored in an airtight container for up to three weeks.
Variations: Readers are encouraged to adjust the ingredients based on personal preferences; for instance, adding more hot sauce for spiciness or extra mayo for creaminess.

The article also includes a recipe card, nutritional information, equipment recommendations, and reader comments asking for substitutes and sharing their experiences with the sauce.

As an expert in this area, I can confirm that the ingredients and method detailed in the article align with typical methods of replicating signature sauces, showcasing an understanding of flavors, texture, and the art of recreating restaurant favorites at home.