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Raising Cane’s Sauce

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Raising Cane’s sauce is the perfect accompaniment to their famous crispy chicken tenders. This creamy and tangy sauce is a blend of mayo, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and black pepper, resulting in a flavor that is both addictive and satisfying. The exciting part is that you can now make this yummy sauce at home using a simple recipe. No need to wait in long lines or drive to the nearest Raising Cane’s restaurant – with just a few simple ingredients, you can recreate the magic of their dipping sauce right in your own kitchen and it tastes just like the real thing. Elevate your homemade chicken tenders to new heights of deliciousness with this legendary sauce, and enjoy the satisfaction of knowing you created it yourself!

Chicken tenders and homemade Raising Cane's Sauce

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Why You’ll Love This Copycat Raising Cane’s Sauce Recipe

The first time that I tried Raising Cane’s chicken fingers, I was hooked. They just might have the best chicken fingers ever. (Get Raising Cane’s Texas Toast recipe here). The thing that sends them over the top is the delicious Cane’s Sauce that is served along with the chicken. It is amazing.

Not only does the sauce enhance your experience with the chicken, it is great as a fry sauce too! Homemade Raising Cane’s Sauce can easily be made with ingredients that are right in your pantry and will take you just a minute or two to mix together.

chicken dipped in Raising Cane's Sauce sauce

Try this delicious sauce with these chicken wingsair fryer fries, and potato wedges as well!

The key ingredient to this that makes this delicious copycat recipe better than your average sauce is the black pepper. Trust me, you don’t want to skimp on the pepper 😉

My favorite recipe to make fried chicken strips/nuggets in the oven can be found here. I als love to dip Crispy Air Fryer Potato Wedges in this sauce! 

Homemade Raising Cane's Sauce

Raising Cane’s Sauce Ingredients

*Ingredient amounts are located in the recipe card at the end of this post.

Mayonnaise: This ingredient provides a creamy base for the sauce.

Ketchup: Adds a touch of sweetness and tanginess to balance out the flavors. I always use Heinz Ketchup, but feel free to use your favorite brand.

Black Pepper: This is the star ingredient in this sauce, providing a spicy kick that sets it apart from other dipping sauces.

Garlic Powder: A dash of garlic powder gives this sauce an extra layer of flavor.

Salt: Just a pinch of salt helps to bring out all the flavors in this sauce.

Worcestershire Sauce: An essential ingredient in many sauces, Worcestershire sauce adds a depth of flavor and tanginess. This can be found on the condiment aisle at your local grocery store.

How to Make Homemade Cane’s Sauce

[Step 1] Measure and add the mayonnaise and ketchup to a small bowl.

First, measure and add the mayonnaise and ketchup to a mixing bowl.
Step 1

[Step 2] Add the black pepper, garlic powder, salt, and Worcestershire Sauce.

Add the black pepper, garlic powder, salt, and Worcestershire Sauce.
Step 2

[Step 3] Use a spoon or whisk to mix the ingredients thoroughly.

Use a spoon or whisk to mix the ingredients thoroughly
Step 3

[Step 4] Add the sauce to individual dipping sauce bowls and serve with your favorite chicken fingers or fries.

Add the sauce to individual dipping sauce bowls and serve with your favorite chicken fingers or fries.
Step 4

Helpful Kitchen Tools

How to Store Leftover Sauce 

If you have any extra sauce, you can store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Just give it a good mix before serving again.

Raising Cane's Sauce and fries

Frequently Asked Questions 

How spicy is Raising Cane’s Sauce?

This copycat sauce has a slight kick of spice from the black pepper, but it is not overly spicy. You can adjust the amount of pepper to your liking.

Can I use light mayo in this recipe?

Yes, you can substitute light mayo for regular mayo if preferred in this signature sauce.

What can I serve with this copycat Cane’s Sauce recipe?

Aside from chicken tenders, this sis the perfect dipping sauce for French fries, chicken nuggets, onion rings, or even veggies.

A bowl of Copycat Raising Cane's Sauce and chicken strips

Final Thoughts

Raising Cane’s Sauce is undoubtedly one of the best dipping sauces out there, especially from a fast food restaurant. With its creamy texture and spicy kick, famous Cane’s Sauce complements fried chicken perfectly and takes it to the next level.

Whether you’re a fan of Raising Cane’s or just looking for a new sauce to try, this recipe is simple and easy to make at home. So go ahead and give it a try!

Raising Cane's Sauce and a basket of fries

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Raising Cane's Sauce
chicken dipped in Raising Cane's Sauce sauce

Raising Cane's Sauce

Yield: 3 Servings
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes

Raising Cane's Sauce is a creamy, spicy, chicken dipping sauce that is served along with chicken fingers at Raising Cane's restaurant. Now you can make your own, right at home!

Ingredients

  • 1/2 Cup Mayonnaise
  • 1/2 Cup Ketchup
  • 1 Teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1/2 Teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 Teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4 Teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce

Instructions

  1. First, measure and add the mayonnaise and ketchup to a mixing bowl.
  2. Add the black pepper, garlic powder, salt, and Worcestershire Sauce.
  3. Use a spoon or whisk to mix the ingredients thoroughly.
  4. Add the sauce to individual dipping sauce bowls and serve with your favorite chicken fingers or fries.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 3 Serving Size: 1/3 Cup
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 294Total Fat: 28gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 23gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 953mgCarbohydrates: 12gFiber: 0gSugar: 9gProtein: 1g

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