This easy recipe for Boom Boom Sauce comes together in 5 minutes and pairs perfectly with air fryer chunky chips, air fried hash browns, or Popcorn Cauliflower.
It’s smooth, creamy, slightly sweet and spicy mayonnaise based dip— I give it a quick chill in the fridge before serving.
If you’ve got 5 minutes, a bowl, and a spoon, you can make this finger-licking copycat Sheetz Boom Boom Sauce recipe at home in no time! I make it ahead and store it in the fridge along with my other favorite dipping sauces like sour cream and chives dip, Indian mint sauce and vegan burger sauce.
I usually make a small batch because it’s just so quick and easy to throw together. What I can also tell you is that, this spicy, mayo-based sauce is so addictive—you’ll keep going back for more! This Boom Boom Sauce tastes spicy, sweet, garlicky, and just so good!
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Why I think You’ll Love this Recipe?
- Just 8 simple ingredients
- Ready in 5 minutes
- No cooking, no stove, no microwave, and no blender needed
- Super easy, no-fuss recipe
- Vegetarian-friendly. Easy to make vegan—just use plant-based mayo (I love Hellmann’s Plant-Based Mayo)
What is Boom Boom Sauce?
Boom-Boom Sauce is a type of fry sauce that tastes good literally on everything . It is a spicy mayonnaise-based sauce thats creamy, sweet, spicy and finger licking good. Its easy to make vegan boom boom sauce recipe using vegan mayonnaise.
Ingredients
(Detailed measurements and ingredients can be found in the recipe card below)
- Mayonnaise – The creamy base of this sauce and sour cream chives dip recipe. You can use regular, low-fat, or vegan mayo. For a vegan version, I recommend Hellmann’s Plant-Based Mayo—widely available in most UK supermarkets like Waitrose, Sainsbury’s, and Tesco.
- Sweet Chili Sauce – Adds a sweet, tangy flavor with a mild kick.
- Tomato Ketchup (or Tomato Sauce) – Brings sweetness and a touch of acidity.
- Sriracha Sauce – Gives the sauce its spicy edge. You can substitute with any hot sauce you prefer. I also use it make sriracha mayonnaise recipe.
- Onion Powder & Garlic Powder – Essential for that savory, garlicky flavor. Use the powdered form only—fresh garlic can leave a harsh aftertaste.
- Salt & Pepper – A generous pinch of each rounds out the flavor.
Optional Add-Ins
- Pickled Jalapeño Brine – A splash from the jar brings an extra layer of zing.How to Make 5-minute Boom Boom Sauce? Step by Step
- Mustard Sauce – Adds a little tang and depth if you're in the mood to switch things up.
How to make Boom Boom Sauce Recipe? Step by Step
Step 1. Add everything. To a bowl, add mayo, sriracha, sweet chili sauce, tomato ketchup, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
Step 2. Mix well with a spoon or a whisk until all the ingredients are well combined and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
What to serve with Boom Boom Sauce
This sauce is so versatile! I love pairing it with air fryer halloumi fries, hashbrowns, spring rolls, chunky chips, smashed potatoes, or even burgers.
It’s also amazing as a salad dressing or drizzle inside pita bread with salad veggies and your air fryer falafels —basically, anything that could use a little kick!
Storing Leftover Boom Boom Sauce
Store any left over sauce in airtight container / mason jar in the fridge for up to a week.
Sandhya's Top Tips
- Chill before serving – Let the sauce sit in the fridge for at least 30 minutes. It tastes even better once the flavors have had time to meld.
- Use good quality ingredients – Especially the mayonnaise and sweet chili sauce—they really make a difference to the taste and texture.
- Adjust the heat – Like it spicier? Add more sriracha or hot sauce. Prefer it mild? Reduce the hot sauce and add extra mayo.
Recipe FAQ's
Boom Boom Sauce has a creamy, mildly spicy flavor, garlic-ky sauce with a hint of sweetness. Sriracha sauce adds the spiciness(adjust to your liking).
Absolutely, I make it ahead and store it in fridge until ready to use. It tastes better that way! By letting the sauce to sit for a few hours (or overnight) in the fridge allows the flavors to blend beautifully.
To turn up the heat, add more sriracha or increase the amount of your favorite hot sauce. You can also reduce the amount of sweet elements like sweet chili sauce and tomato ketchup.
Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the fridge. It stays fresh and flavorful for about a week.
Homemade Boom Boom Sauce typically lasts up to a week in the refrigerator. It's so tasty, they finish quickly at our house.
I do not recommend freezing as the sauce will separate when thawed.
Yum Yum Sauce is milder, with a simple mix of mayo, ketchup, and garlic powder. Boom Boom Sauce packs more punch—it's sweeter, spicier, and more garlicky.
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Ingredients
- ½ cup mayonnaise (Vegan Mayo works great too)
- 1 tablespoon sweet chili sauce
- 1 Tbsp ketchup
- 1 teaspoon sriracha
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Generous Pinch salt and black pepper
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients -In a small bowl, add all the ingredients together.
- Combine & Mix -Mix well using a fork or use a whisk.
- Serve - Transfer the prepared boom boom sauce in a bowl and serve it with your hashbrowns, fries or even grilled meat.
- Store -Transfer any leftover sauce into a mason jar and store in the refrigerator. It stores well for up to a week.
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Notes
Sandhya's Top Tips to make Best Boom Boom Sauce
- Chill before serving – Let the sauce sit in the fridge for at least 30 minutes. It tastes even better once the flavors have had time to meld.
- Use good quality ingredients – Use mayonnaise and sweet chili sauce—they really make a difference to the taste and texture.
- Adjust the heat – Like it spicier? Add more sriracha or hot sauce. Prefer it mild? Reduce the hot sauce and add extra mayo.
Amir hamja says
Lol, This is my favorite sauces. I loved your blog . Thank you
Beth says
One of our favorite sauces to make! Love the sriracha in this!
Alison says
Never made Boom Boom sauce before and it was awesome! I can see how you can serve it with just about anything. I made it to serve with air fryer potato wedges and the sauce was a huge hit!
Krissy Allori says
Move over ranch. I've found a new favorite dipping sauce for all my favorites.
Andrea Metlika says
I know I will be putting this boom boom sauce on everything from now on.
Colleen says
This is a yummy sauce and so versatile for everything from topping burgers to dips. Thanks for the recipe!