Transforming those last dregs of ketchup into something more than just waste can be achieved with a simple yet delightful Marie Rose-style dressing. This inventive sauce combines the creaminess of mayonnaise with the tang of chilli sauce and lemon juice, all elevated by a splash of your preferred spirit. The result is a smooth, spicy, and tangy dressing that comes together in mere minutes—all without the need to dirty another dish.
To create this Ketchup Bottle Marie Rose Sauce, you’ll need to set aside just five minutes of prep time to produce about 5–6 tablespoons of dressing. Gather your ingredients: 4–5 tablespoons of mayonnaise, 1 teaspoon of sweet vermouth, vodka, brandy, or cognac, 1–3 tablespoons of sriracha, Tabasco, or another chilli sauce to suit your taste, a small squeeze of lemon juice, flaky sea salt, freshly ground black pepper, and a ketchup bottle with about 1–2 tablespoons of ketchup left. Paprika can be added as an optional finishing touch.
Start by ensuring there’s sufficient space in the ketchup bottle to add the other ingredients. Pour in the mayonnaise, your choice of spirit, chilli sauce, and lemon juice directly into the bottle, then season with a pinch of salt and a good amount of freshly ground black pepper. With the lid secured tightly, shake the bottle vigorously until the mix is well combined and turns into a creamy, smooth sauce.
Give the dressing a taste and tweak the seasoning to your liking—more chilli sauce for extra heat, additional lemon juice for a sharper tang, or more mayonnaise for a richer, milder taste. Once perfected, the sauce is ready to be squeezed directly over your chosen dish, with the option of a sprinkle of paprika for added flavor and color.
This versatile dressing is an excellent companion for prawns, avocado, lettuce, and cucumber in a classic prawn cocktail. It also pairs beautifully with burgers, salads, roasted vegetables, or crispy avocado fries. This recipe is particularly handy for those moments when you’re left with a nearly empty ketchup bottle and want to avoid waste by repurposing it into something delicious.