This Spicy Spicy Ranch Dressing recipe is perfect for adding a kick to your salads or using as a dipping sauce. Made with a combination of mayonnaise, buttermilk, hot sauce, and spices, this dressing is creamy, tangy, and packed with flavor. It's easy to prepare and can be customized to your heat preference. Serve it alongside wings, veggies, or use it as a dressing for your favorite salad. This dressing is sure to become a new favorite in your kitchen!
Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons hot sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Directions
- In a bowl, combine the mayonnaise, buttermilk, hot sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt.
- Whisk together until smooth and well combined.
- Taste and adjust the heat level by adding more hot sauce if desired.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve as a dip for wings or vegetables, or use as a dressing for salads.
- Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Ranch dressing was created by Steve Henson in the 1950s while working as a plumbing contractor in Alaska. He developed the recipe and started serving it to guests at his dude ranch, hence the name 'ranch' dressing.
Spicy ranch dressing pairs well with a variety of foods such as chicken wings, french fries, pizza, and tacos.
You can adjust the spice level of this dressing by increasing or decreasing the amount of hot sauce and cayenne pepper.