We make roasted sweet potatoes and sweet potato fries all the time over here and this yummy southwest fry sauce is the perfect thing to dip them in! (It’s also great for burgers- see my tip for the best turkey burger below*, tater tots, regular french fries, etc.) As is traditional with fry sauce, there’s some mayonnaise (I go half yogurt to save some calories) and ketchup, then dill pickle juice for tang (don’t knock it ’til you try it!), and garlic and onion and paprika for flavor. What makes this sauce special though is the chipotle pepper in adobo which adds delicious smoky heat.

*For the best turkey burgers, combine 1 lb. ground turkey thigh (or a mixture of thigh and breast) with 2 Tbsp. of this southwest fry sauce and a bit of salt and pepper. Form into four patties and grill until just cooked through, topping with cheese (such as Cheddar) before they’re done so it melts. Serve on toasted buns topped with more fry sauce, pickles, lettuce, tomato, and onion. Yum!

Southwest Chipotle Fry Sauce

INGREDIENTS

1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (whole or low-fat are OK, can use sour cream or more mayo)
3 Tbsp. ketchup
1- 2 Tbsp. minced chipotle pepper in adobo (or more to taste, 1 Tbsp. for mild heat)
1 tsp. dill pickle juice (can substitute lemon or lime juice, but pickle juice is best)
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1/4 tsp. paprika
1/4 tsp. onion powder
pinch salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

DIRECTIONS

1. To make the fry sauce, stir to combine all ingredients in a small bowl. Season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

(Adapted from Cait’s Plate)