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An Arby’s beef sandwich just isn’t complete without its signature Arby’s Sauce. Now you can make this tangy sauce at home for all sorts of sandwiches and meals.
Why I Love This Sauce
If you’ve ever had a hankering for a classic Arby’s Beef and Cheddar sandwich but didn’t want to make a fast food run, you can make our tangy, sweet, homemade Arby’s sauce at home. It’s so easy to make and keep in your refrigerator, and pairs perfectly with our Arby’s Ham and Cheese Melt or our copycat Arby’s Beef and Cheddar Sandwich. Serve the roast beef sandwich with our copycat Arby’s sauce recipe with some crispy curly fries or French fries and you’ll have the perfect fast food lunch right at home!
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Ketchup – half a cup ketchup, any brand will work great. If you like more of a tomato flavor, you can add a squirt of tomato paste.
- Apple cider vinegar – one tablespoon. Find it next to the regular vinegar in the grocery store. It has a deeper, tangier flavor than regular white vinegar.
- Brown sugar – one tablespoon, or a bit more if you like a sweeter sauce.
- Water – a couple of tablespoons to thin out the sauce.
- Salt – just a pinch to taste
- Garlic powder – a quarter teaspoon
- Onion powder – a quarter teaspoon
- Frank’s Hot Sauce – to taste. This is optional but if you like a spicy kick, this is the perfect ingredient. You can also use a dash or two of tabasco sauce.
Ingredient Additions and Substitutions
- Add a teaspoon garlic powder, paprika or other spices.
- Toss in a dash of cayenne pepper. A little goes a long way!
- Try half a teaspoon or Worcestershire sauce.
- Mix with a little ranch dressing or mayonnaise for a fry sauce with a kick!
- A drizzle of corn syrup or molasses can add extra sweetness to the delicious sauce.
How to Make Arby’s Sauce
- In a small saucepan, combine all the ingredients listed.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer over medium heat for a couple of minutes.
- Let it cool slightly, then serve!
Using the Sauce
Besides Arby’s roast beef or ham and cheddar, there are so many other ways to use this Arby’s sauce recipe. Use leftover sauce for any of these recipes:
- Dip chicken tenders into the tangy sauce. Try our yummy Air Fryer Chicken Tenders recipe!
- Drizzle the sauce over chicken wings.
- Spread sauce on the bun of a Homemade Grilled Burger or grilled chicken sandwich.
- It also tastes yummy on a Grilled Chicken Sandwich, or a sandwich of any kind, especially when you pair it with honey mustard or Arby’s Horsey sauce.
- Use as a dip for fries, onion rings, curly fries, or tater tots.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ingredients can vary slightly, but for the most part, a copycat Arby’s sauce includes ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar, onion powder, garlic powder, or Worcestershire sauce.
Red Ranch Sauce pops up on several items on Arby’s menu, but it’s just a less spicy version of the original Arby’s sauce. You can make your own by mixing a little ranch in with the Arby’s sauce.
Horsey Sauce is basically just horseradish sauce and Arby’s Sauce is a vinegar and tomato-based sauce.
Make Ahead and Storage
This sauce stays fresh in a covered container for at about 1-2 weeks in the fridge. If you want it to last longer, you can chill it in the freezer for about a month. Just make sure it’s completely covered in an airtight container. Thaw in the refrigerator, or warm up in the microwave to use.
More Copycat Sauce Recipes
Believe it or not, a few pantry staples can turn into some of your favorite copycat sauces. And you can have them on hand any time you like! Try some of our favorites!
Arby’s Sauce Recipe
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Ingredients
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Frank's Hot Sauce, (to taste, optional)
Instructions
- In a small saucepan combine all ingredients.
- Simmer over medium heat for a couple of minutes.
- Allow to cool and serve with your favorite Arby's sandwich.
Notes
- Dip chicken tenders into the tangy sauce. Try our yummy Air Fryer Chicken Tenders recipe!
- Drizzle the sauce over chicken wings.
- Spread sauce on the bun of a Homemade Grilled Burger or grilled chicken sandwich.
- It also tastes yummy on a Grilled Chicken Sandwich, or a sandwich of any kind, especially when you pair it with honey mustard or Arby’s Horsey sauce.
- Use as a dip for fries, onion rings, curly fries, or tater tots.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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I made this over the weekend and had no idea it was soooooo simple. Hubby approved wholeheartedly!
I cannot believe how amazing this is. Was the perfect addition to our homemade roast beef sandwich!
Yum!! We love Arby’s sauce! It adds so much flavor! This homemade version is super tasty and easy to make!