Copycat Cane’s Sauce
This healthier homemade copycat Cane’s sauce tastes just like the real thing. Creamy, smoky, flavorful, and perfect for dipping chicken and potatoes or using as a sauce for sandwiches.
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Raising Cane’s is a fast-food chain founded in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and is famous for its sauce. They have franchises all over the US, but not in Vancouver yet, so I had to create my own copycat Canes sauce, with a healthier twist, of course. Other homemade sauces we love include this dairy-free ranch and this jalapeño basil sauce. For more inspo, check out all of our dips, sauces, and spreads.
Why you will love this recipe
If you like controlling the quality of your ingredients, this homemade cane’s sauce is for you. We’re talking less sugar and no mystery elements.
It is EASY PEASY. Measure and stir, and that is it. Boom!
This recipe is also naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, keto, low-carb, and Whole30-friendly. Bonus!
Ingredient notes
Find the complete ingredient list, with measurements, in the recipe card below.
- Mayonnaise – We use our homemade mayonnaise. So easy and creamy.
- Tomato Paste – Our low sugar swap for ketchup. Tomato paste adds sweetness without
- Coconut Aminos – This adds a savory, umami element.
- Hot Sauce – Gotta have a bit of heat, or it won’t taste the same as the OG.
- Seasonings – A blend of garlic powder, ground black pepper, and smoked paprika for the win. Peppery, smoky, and just a little bit of spice is the goal.
- Lemon Juice – A little acidity for balance is a good thing.
Expert Tip!
Be sure to use freshly cracked pepper, as this is one of the signature flavors of the official recipe. Preground doesn’t have the same smoky quality.
Equipment
Nothing fancy needed!
- Mixing Bowl and Spoon – A small bowl and a spoon, spatula, or small whisk all work for mixing this recipe together.
- Includes 1.3-qt, 2.3-qt, and 4.5-qt round glass bowls with BPA-free lids.
- This Pyrex line is proudly designed and manufactured in the U.S.A.
Instructions
Scroll to the recipe card at the bottom for the FULL recipe details.
Step 1
First, add all of the ingredients to a mixing bowl.
Step 2
Then, stir everything until smooth and well combined.
Step 3
Finally, cover the bowl and place it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. The longer the better to maximize the flavor.
Substitutions and recipe variations
Make this recipe lighter by using Greek yogurt instead of the mayo.
If you don’t have smoked paprika, chili powder works too.
Swap in worsteshire sauce for the coconut aminos.
If you want a sweeter element, use ketchup instead of tomato paste.
Serving suggestions
The typical use for this copycat Raising Canes sauce recipe is to dip chicken. We love our easy chicken bites or these gluten free chicken tenders.
Enjoy as a dipping sauce for oven-baked fries or drizzling on roasted veggies
It is a lovely addition to a taco rice bowl, or scrambled eggs, or spread onto sandwiches.
FAQS
Pretty close, especially after it sits for a few hours. It has that same creamy, tangy, peppery flavor, just a little more wholesome.
Not really. It has a peppery kick, but it’s more savory than spicy hot.
Storage tips
To Store: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. We don’t recommend freezing this recipe.
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Copycat Cane’s Sauce
Ingredients
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup tomato paste
- ½ tsp coconut aminos
- ½ tsp hot sauce
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp ground pepper
- ½ tsp lemon juice
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika
Instructions
- Combine all of the ingredients in a mixing bowl.
- Stir until smooth. Cover the bowl and place it in the fridge for 30 minutes.