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Copycat Rath Sauce & Tot Seasoning

Posted: 05/27/20

Copycat Rath Sauce & Tot Seasoning

While we can't let go of all of our secrets, we can help you recreate a copycat version of the Union's most famous dipping sauce with just a few simple ingredients. We've even included a copycat recipe for Der Rath's tater tot seasoning to spice up any potato of your choice! 

Copycat Rath Sauce 

Ingredients

  • 1 cup of good quality Ranch dressing 
  • 1/4 cup of Sweet & Tangy BBQ Sauce 
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup Ketchup 
  • 2 tsp. Adobo Sauce from Canned Chipotles

Recipe 

  1. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl.
  2. Whisk to combine. 
  3. Enjoy!

Copycat Tot Seasoning 

Ingredients

  • 4 oz. Lawry's Seasoned Salt
  • 1 oz. Paprika
  • 1.5 oz Cumin, ground
  • .5 oz Cayenne Pepper
  • .5 oz Garlic Powder
  • .3 oz Black Pepper

Recipe 

  1.  Combine all ingredients in a bowl.
  2.  Whisk to combine. 
  3.  Use to season your favorite variety of potato! It also tastes great on breaded chicken or corn on the cob. 

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