If you are a fan of the popular fast food chain Popeyes, or just love a delicious, flavorful sauce, then you will love this copycat Mardi Gras mustard sauce recipe that can be made at home. Not your typical honey mustard, this sauce has a delicious kick of spice. So if you need the perfect dip for your chicken tenders alongside a side of red beans and rice, this sauce recipe is a must try.

 

Mardi Gras mustard sauce brings amazing flavor and a touch of New Orleans to any dish. I remember when I first tried it, I wanted to use it on all of my food.

Unfortunately, some Popeye’s discontinued their popular Mardi Gras mustard sauce so naturally I had to try making my own. This copycat version comes so close to the restaurant version and adds a wonderful, zesty kick to everything from chicken to vegetables.

If you like spicy sauces with a Cajun kick, be sure to check out this copycat Popeye’s blackened ranch, and this homemade remoulade.

What makes this Mardi Gras Mustard stand out?

• Sweet and spicy – You can’t beat the flavor fusion of this incredible sauce recipe.
• Great copycat – When you can’t get the sauce at the restaurant anymore, this is the perfect substitute.
• Versatility – Can be served with so many types of food as a dip, sauce, or dressing.

Ingredients needed for Mardi Gras sauce

This easy copycat recipe needs just a few ingredients to taste so close to the restaurant favorite.

• Mayonnaise – Use your favorite mayonnaise.
• Creole mustard – If you can’t find prepackaged creole mustard you can make your own homemade creole mustard.
• Prepared horseradish – This adds a little bit of spicy heat to the sauce. It can usually be found in the condiments aisle of the grocery store.
• Brown sugar – A little sweetness to balance out the spice. I am using light brown sugar but you could use dark brown sugar.
• Garlic powder
• Paprika
• Creole seasoning – You can typically find a Creole seasoning or Cajun seasoning blend in the spice aisle.

How to make copycat Popeye’s Mardi Gras mustard sauce

Step one: Place the mayonnaise, creole mustard, horseradish, and seasonings in a small bowl. Stir to fully combine. Cover the bowl and let chill in the refrigerator to let the flavors blend together and develop. I like to let it sit for at least an hour.

Recipe tips and substitutions

Mustard – If you have a hard time finding creole mustard and don’t want to make your own, you can substitute with 1 tablespoon of whole grain mustard plus 1 tablespoon of spicy brown mustard.

Heat – If you like your mustard sauce extra spicy, add a little extra horseradish or a splash of hot sauce.

Chill time – I recommend letting the sauce chill for at least an hour to really maximize on the flavors developing.

Store – Keep the sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

How to serve Popeye’s Mardi Gras mustard dipping sauce

If it were up to me I would slather this sauce on everything. Here are a few favorite ways to serve this sauce:

• Dipping sauce – Use as a dip for things like chicken tenders, chicken wings, crab cakes, fried shrimp, soft pretzels, onion rings, french fries, and more.
• Dressing – This can be used as a flavorful salad dressing to spice up your veggies.

More copycat sauce recipes

• Arby’s sauce – A tasty copycat recipe for this steak sauce.
• Horsey sauce – A creamy, spicy sauce.
• Duck sauce – Just like your local restaurant.
• Zesty sauce – Perfect for sandwiches and onion rings.
• Taco bell jalapeno sauce – Copycat version of what they put on quesadillas.
• McDonald’s breakfast sauce – Great for your breakfast sandwich or hash browns.

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