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July 2, 2020 By Sara 12 Comments

Steak Sauce Recipe

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This recipe for homemade steak sauce is a blend of flavorings that takes just 5 minutes to put together, and pairs perfectly with any cut of beef. Steak sauce takes an ordinary steak and elevates it into a gourmet meal!

There are so many different ways to add flavor to steak, from a hearty mushroom sauce, to homemade spice rubs to bold and savory steak sauce. What I love about this sauce is that it comes together so quickly, and is delicious with all different types of meat.

Homemade steak sauce is a savory blend that takes just 5 minutes to make and goes perfectly with beef, chicken and pork. Homemade steak sauce is a savory blend that takes just 5 minutes to make and goes perfectly with beef, chicken and pork.

Homemade steak sauce served with sliced steak and green beans.

Who needs bottled steak sauce when you can make your own that tastes better and costs less money?! This recipe contains just a handful of ingredients, and is a staple condiment in my house.

How do you make steak sauce?

Start by placing ketchup, Dijon mustard, horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce and seasonings in a bowl. Stir everything together until a smooth sauce forms. Use the sauce immediately, or store it in the refrigerator for later use.

Bowls of ketchup, mustard, horseradish and spices.

Tips for the perfect sauce

  • I use jarred refrigerated horseradish, as it’s convenient and tastes great. This is the secret ingredient that really makes the sauce special.
  • Look for a ketchup that has no high fructose corn syrup, the flavor will be better.
  • This sauce stays fresh in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. You can also freeze the sauce for future use. Simply thaw the sauce in the refrigerator and it will be ready to use.
  • While this sauce is obviously delicious with steak, I also serve it with grilled chicken, pork tenderloin or on hamburgers. It also makes a great dip for french fries!

Ketchup, Worcestershire sauce and spices in a bowl.

Steak sauce flavor variations

This sauce is delicious as-is, but you can add other ingredients to customize it to your tastes.

  • Garlic Lovers: Add 2 teaspoons of sauteed garlic instead of the garlic powder listed in the recipe.
  • Sweet and Savory: Increase the amount of honey to 1 1/2 tablespoons.
  • Mexican Style: Add 1 teaspoon of chili powder, 1/4 teaspoon of cumin, 1/4 teaspoon of coriander and 1 teaspoon of lime juice.
  • Asian Style: Swap out the Worcestershire sauce for low sodium soy sauce. Add 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil, and 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger.
  • Spicy: You can up the heat level by using more hot sauce, or add buffalo wing sauce or sriracha sauce to taste. Another option is to add 2 teaspoons of canned chipotle peppers.
  • Creamy: Stir in 1/3 cup mayonnaise for a creamier sauce.

A bowl of ketchup, mustard and seasonings all stirred together.

What condiments go with steak?

Steak sauce is always a delicious accompaniment to beef, but there are plenty of other options to try.

  • Compound Butter: Mix softened butter with herbs, garlic, spices and other flavorings such as lemon zest. Place 2 teaspoons of the butter on top of your cooked steaks.
  • Herb Sauce: Fresh herbs are the perfect complement to decadent steak. Try a basil pesto or parsley gremolata.
  • Salsa: Steak goes well with all types of salsa, from salsa verde, to pico de gallo, or even a fresh pineapple salsa.
  • Tapenade: I love to add a scoop of olive, artichoke or sun dried tomato tapenade on top of a steak.
  • Aioli: Mix garlic, herbs and spices into mayonnaise to make a creamy dipping sauce for your meat.

A fork dipping a piece of meat into steak sauce.

Once you try this steak sauce, you’ll find yourself whipping up a batch almost every week – it’s just that good!

More ways to enjoy steak

  • Steak Kabobs
  • Marinated Flank Steak
  • Steak Tacos
  • Pepper Steak
  • Garlic Steak Bites

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Homemade steak sauce served with sliced steak and green beans.
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Steak Sauce

This recipe for homemade steak sauce is a blend of flavorings that takes just 5 minutes to put together, and pairs perfectly with any cut of beef. Steak sauce takes an ordinary steak and elevates it into a gourmet meal!
Course Sauce
Cuisine American
Keyword steak sauce
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Total Time 6 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 52kcal
Author Sara Welch

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cups ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 teaspoons prepared horseradish
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1/4 teaspoon hot sauce
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

  • Place all the ingredients in a medium sized bowl. Stir until completely combined.
  • Use the sauce immediately, or store it in the refrigerator for up to 7 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 52kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 578mg | Potassium: 157mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 192IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 13mg | Iron: 1mg

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Comments

  1. Renee says

    August 10, 2020 at 6:13 am

    5 stars
    Made this earlier in the day & put in fridge so the flavors could blend. This went really well with the steak seasoning recipe on your site. Definitely a keeper!

    Reply
  2. Melissa says

    July 16, 2020 at 11:02 am

    5 stars
    Wow – delicious! Wee loved adding this to our steak dinner.

    Reply
  3. Jen says

    July 15, 2020 at 9:26 pm

    5 stars
    I love a sauce that combines the tang of horseradish with a touch of sweetness from honey for a steak sauce. Excellent job and appetizing recipe!

    Reply
  4. Lily says

    July 13, 2020 at 12:46 pm

    5 stars
    Yes I love homemade sauces, I can not wait to try your steak sauce, it sounds absolutely delicious!

    Reply
  5. Jacque Hooper says

    July 13, 2020 at 12:08 pm

    5 stars
    This was such a deliciously robust sauce! Was perfect with our steak dinner last night; way better than any store bought version!

    Reply
  6. Eden says

    July 13, 2020 at 11:27 am

    5 stars
    This was perfect for our steak! Easy to make and flavorful!

    Reply
  7. katerina says

    July 10, 2020 at 8:22 am

    5 stars
    This steak sauce sounds incredibly!! I can’t’ wait to try it!

    Reply
  8. Toni says

    July 9, 2020 at 7:37 am

    5 stars
    Thank you so much for sharing the recipe! Love to use this from now on!

    Reply
  9. Vikki says

    July 9, 2020 at 12:38 am

    5 stars
    What an easy sauce to make, and it really elevates the whole steak

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  10. Amanda says

    July 8, 2020 at 5:18 pm

    I will always love a good steak sauce, I can’t wait to give it a try!

    Reply
  11. Kerri says

    July 8, 2020 at 9:17 am

    5 stars
    This sounds outstanding! Cannot wait to try it!

    Reply
  12. Beth says

    July 8, 2020 at 7:40 am

    5 stars
    This is definitely a keeper! I love the sauce and the flavor it brings out! We had steak for dinner the other night and I made this to go with it, and it was so delicious!

    Reply

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