A great burger deserves a sauce worth getting your fingers messy for. From smoky braai favourites and creamy garlic sauces to sweet chilli, tangy mustard and warm cheese sauces, these 40 recipes bring BlixSam flavour to your burger night.
Every recipe includes at least one BlixSam spice. Selected recipes also feature our sauces, Under Fire sauces or dressings. Pick your favourite, toast those buns and build something lekker.
Before you start
- These are fresh sauces for refrigerated storage, not shelf-stable bottling recipes. A clean bottle or sealed lid does not make a homemade sauce safe for pantry storage. Do not use these recipes for unrefrigerated retail products without professional formulation and process validation.
- Use commercially prepared mayonnaise, pasteurised dairy and fresh ingredients. Wash hands, utensils and containers thoroughly. Keep raw burger meat and its utensils away from ready-to-eat sauces.
- Keep sauces covered at 4°C or colder. Make small batches and, as a cautious household guideline, use within 3 days of preparation, unless a recipe specifies a shorter period. Follow any shorter ingredient-label instruction. This is not a tested shelf-life claim.
- Chill cold-mixed sauces promptly. Divide cooked sauces into small, shallow containers and refrigerate promptly; do not leave them on the counter to cool completely. Refrigerate within 2 hours, or within 1 hour when the temperature is above 32°C.
- Serve only what you need and keep the remainder refrigerated. Discard perishable sauce left out beyond those limits. Do not pour served sauce back into the storage container.
- Thick sauces, relishes and sauces containing pieces belong in wide-mouth jars or covered tubs. Use squeeze bottles only for smooth sauces that flow easily.
- Measurements: 1 tsp = 5 ml; 1 tbsp = 15 ml. Spoon measures of spices are level. Yields are approximate and vary with ingredients, blending and cooking reduction.
- BlixSam seasonings, sauces, cheese and pickles can already contribute salt. Start with the quantities given, let the flavours settle and taste before adding extra seasoning.
- Check every ingredient label for allergens. Depending on the recipe and product used, these sauces may contain egg, milk, mustard, wheat/gluten, soy, fish, peanuts or sesame.
Creamy classics and braai favourites
1. Classic BlixSam Burger Sauce
Makes: Approximately 250 ml
Best with: Beef cheeseburgers with lettuce and sliced tomato.
Ingredients
- 150 ml mayonnaise
- 60 ml tomato sauce
- 15 ml yellow mustard
- 20 g finely chopped, drained gherkins
- 5 ml white vinegar
- ½ tsp BlixSam Omni Spice
Method: Mix everything until evenly combined. Refrigerate for 20 minutes, then stir before serving.
Storage: Follow the refrigerated storage guidance above; use within 3 days.
2. Smoky Braai Mayo
Makes: Approximately 250 ml
Best with: Flame-grilled beef burgers with cheddar.
Ingredients
- 150 ml mayonnaise
- 75 ml BlixSam Yanky BBQ Sauce
- ½ tsp BlixSam Smoke Craft spice
- 5 ml lemon juice
Method: Whisk everything together until smooth. Refrigerate for 20 minutes to let the smoky flavour develop.
Storage: Follow the refrigerated storage guidance above; use within 3 days.
3. Double Garlic Burger Sauce
Makes: Approximately 250 ml
Best with: Chicken burgers or mushroom burgers.
Ingredients
- 150 ml mayonnaise
- 75 ml BlixSam Garlic Sauce
- ½ tsp BlixSam Garlic Melt spice
- 10 ml lemon juice
- 10 g finely sliced spring onion
Method: Mix the mayonnaise, garlic sauce, spice and lemon juice. Fold in the spring onion and chill for 20 minutes.
Storage: Follow the refrigerated storage guidance above; use within 3 days.
4. Honey Mustard Burger Cream
Makes: Approximately 250 ml
Best with: Crispy chicken burgers with crunchy slaw.
Ingredients
- 150 ml mayonnaise
- 75 ml BlixSam Honey & Mustard Dressing
- ½ tsp BlixSam Pep ’n Zest spice
- 5 ml honey
Method: Whisk everything together. Chill for 20 minutes and stir again before serving.
Storage: Follow the refrigerated storage guidance above; use within 3 days.
5. Sweet Chilli Crunch Sauce
Makes: Approximately 250 ml
Best with: Crumbed chicken burgers with shredded cabbage.
Ingredients
- 150 ml mayonnaise
- 75 ml BlixSam Sweet Chilli Sauce
- ½ tsp BlixSam Crunch Craft spice
- 10 ml lime juice
Method: Stir all the ingredients together and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
Storage: Follow the refrigerated storage guidance above; use within 3 days.
6. Steakhouse Pepper Mayo
Makes: Approximately 200 ml
Best with: Beef burgers with caramelised onions.
Ingredients
- 180 ml mayonnaise
- 10 ml Worcestershire sauce
- 5 ml lemon juice
- ½ tsp BlixSam Steakhouse spice
- ¼ tsp coarsely ground black pepper
Method: Whisk until smooth. Chill for 20 minutes before spreading generously over the burger bun.
Storage: Follow the refrigerated storage guidance above; use within 3 days.
7. Dop ’n Tjop Braai Sauce
Makes: Approximately 250 ml
Best with: Boerewors burgers or grilled beef burgers.
Ingredients
- 100 ml mayonnaise
- 100 ml BlixSam Yanky BBQ Sauce
- 30 ml tomato sauce
- ½ tsp BlixSam Dop ’n Tjop spice
- 5 ml apple cider vinegar
Method: Mix until smooth and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
Storage: Follow the refrigerated storage guidance above; use within 3 days.
8. Yanky Pickle Sauce
Makes: Approximately 250 ml
Best with: Smash burgers with melted cheese.
Ingredients
- 150 ml mayonnaise
- 60 ml tomato sauce
- 30 g finely chopped, drained gherkins
- 10 ml yellow mustard
- ½ tsp BlixSam Yanky spice
Method: Combine everything, stirring well to distribute the gherkins. Chill for 20 minutes.
Storage: Follow the refrigerated storage guidance above; use within 3 days.
9. Lemon Herb Chicken Sauce
Makes: Approximately 250 ml
Best with: Grilled chicken burgers with cucumber and lettuce.
Ingredients
- 125 ml mayonnaise
- 100 ml BlixSam Lemon & Herb Sauce
- ½ tsp BlixSam Lemon Leaf spice
- 5 ml lemon juice
Method: Whisk together and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
Storage: Follow the refrigerated storage guidance above; use within 3 days.
10. Zesty Chicken Mayo
Makes: Approximately 250 ml
Best with: Chicken burgers with avocado.
Ingredients
- 150 ml mayonnaise
- 75 ml plain thick yoghurt
- ½ tsp BlixSam Zesty Voël spice
- 10 ml lemon juice
- 5 g chopped parsley
Method: Stir everything together without overmixing the yoghurt. Refrigerate for 20 minutes.
Storage: Follow the refrigerated storage guidance above; use within 3 days.
Curry, chilli and Under Fire favourites
11. Bazaar Mango Atchar Mayo
Makes: Approximately 250 ml
Best with: Chicken burgers or lentil patties.
Ingredients
- 180 ml mayonnaise
- 50 g mango atchar, drained and finely chopped
- ½ tsp BlixSam Bazaar Kerrie spice
- 10 ml lemon juice
- 5 ml honey
Method: Mix all the ingredients thoroughly and chill for 30 minutes.
Storage: Follow the refrigerated storage guidance above; use within 3 days.
12. Mirchi Lime Burger Sauce
Makes: Approximately 250 ml
Best with: Chicken burgers with cucumber ribbons.
Ingredients
- 150 ml mayonnaise
- 75 ml plain thick yoghurt
- ½ tsp BlixSam Mirchi Fire spice
- 10 ml lime juice
- 5 ml honey
Method: Whisk together and chill for 20 minutes. Start with the stated spice quantity and add more only after tasting.
Storage: Follow the refrigerated storage guidance above; use within 3 days.
13. Fire Wave Sweet Heat
Makes: Approximately 250 ml
Best with: Crispy chicken or pork burgers.
Ingredients
- 150 ml mayonnaise
- 75 ml BlixSam Sweet Chilli Sauce
- ½ tsp BlixSam Fire Wave spice
- 10 ml lime juice
Method: Mix until smooth. Refrigerate for 20 minutes, then taste before adding any extra spice.
Storage: Follow the refrigerated storage guidance above; use within 3 days.
14. Jalapeño Garlic Cream
Makes: Approximately 250 ml
Best with: Beef burgers with cheddar and sliced avocado.
Ingredients
- 150 ml mayonnaise
- 75 ml BlixSam Jalapeño Dressing
- ½ tsp BlixSam Garlic Melt spice
- 10 g finely chopped, drained pickled jalapeños
Method: Stir everything together. Chill for 20 minutes.
Storage: Follow the refrigerated storage guidance above; use within 3 days.
15. Verdi Gringo Lime Mayo
Makes: Approximately 200 ml
Best with: Chicken burgers with tomato salsa.
Ingredients
- 150 ml mayonnaise
- 30 ml BlixSam Verdi Gringo Under Fire Sauce
- ½ tsp BlixSam Pep ’n Zest spice
- 10 ml lime juice
- 5 g chopped coriander
Method: Mix until evenly combined and refrigerate for 20 minutes. Add more Verdi Gringo in small amounts if desired.
Storage: Follow the refrigerated storage guidance above; use within 3 days.
16. Phoenix Honey Fire Sauce
Makes: Approximately 200 ml
Best with: Crispy chicken burgers with slaw.
Ingredients
- 150 ml mayonnaise
- 15 ml BlixSam Phoenix Under Fire Sauce
- 15 ml honey
- 10 ml apple cider vinegar
- ½ tsp BlixSam Omni Spice
Method: Whisk together and chill for 20 minutes. Taste before increasing the Phoenix sauce.
Storage: Follow the refrigerated storage guidance above; use within 3 days.
17. Charred Tomato Burger Sauce
Makes: Approximately 200 ml
Best with: Chargrilled beef burgers with grilled onions.
Ingredients
- 100 ml tomato sauce
- 60 ml BlixSam Yanky BBQ Sauce
- 15 ml BlixSam Charred Under Fire Sauce
- ½ tsp BlixSam Grill Forge spice
- 10 ml apple cider vinegar
Method: Mix all the ingredients in a bowl until smooth. Refrigerate for 20 minutes before serving.
Storage: Follow the refrigerated storage guidance above; use within 3 days.
Cheese, herbs and creamy favourites
18. Nach-O Cheese Burger Sauce
Makes: Approximately 300 ml
Best with: Beef burgers with pickled jalapeños.
Ingredients
- 200 ml full-cream milk
- 80 g grated cheddar
- 10 g butter
- 10 g cake flour
- 15 ml BlixSam Nach-O-Average Under Fire Sauce
- ½ tsp BlixSam Mac ’n Cheese spice
Method: Melt the butter in a saucepan. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in the milk and simmer gently for 3–4 minutes, stirring until thickened. Remove from the heat and stir in the cheddar, sauce and spice. Serve warm.
Storage: Follow the refrigerated storage guidance above; use within 3 days.
19. Smoky Jalapeño Cheese Sauce
Makes: Approximately 300 ml
Best with: Smash burgers or grilled mushroom burgers.
Ingredients
- 200 ml full-cream milk
- 80 g grated cheddar
- 10 g butter
- 10 g cake flour
- ½ tsp BlixSam Smoke Craft spice
- 20 g finely chopped, drained pickled jalapeños
Method: Melt the butter, stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in the milk and simmer gently for 3–4 minutes. Remove from the heat, stir in the cheese until melted, then add the spice and jalapeños. Serve warm.
Storage: Follow the refrigerated storage guidance above; use within 3 days.
20. Garlic Parmesan Burger Cream
Makes: Approximately 250 ml
Best with: Chicken burgers or grilled mushroom burgers.
Ingredients
- 150 ml mayonnaise
- 60 ml plain thick yoghurt
- 25 g finely grated Parmesan
- ½ tsp BlixSam Garlic Melt spice
- 10 ml lemon juice
Method: Mix until evenly combined. Chill for 20 minutes; the sauce will thicken slightly as it rests.
Storage: Follow the refrigerated storage guidance above; use within 3 days.
21. Pasta a la Sam Tomato Cream
Makes: Approximately 250 ml
Best with: Chicken burgers with mozzarella.
Ingredients
- 150 ml mayonnaise
- 60 ml tomato sauce
- 20 ml BlixSam Garlic Sauce
- ½ tsp BlixSam Pasta a la Sam spice
- 5 ml lemon juice
Method: Stir all the ingredients together and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
Storage: Follow the refrigerated storage guidance above; use within 3 days.
22. Italian Herb Burger Sauce
Makes: Approximately 250 ml
Best with: Beef burgers with mozzarella and rocket.
Ingredients
- 150 ml mayonnaise
- 75 ml BlixSam Italian Dressing
- ½ tsp BlixSam Pasta Mio spice
- 15 g finely grated Parmesan
Method: Whisk the mayonnaise and dressing together, then stir in the spice and Parmesan. Chill for 20 minutes and stir again before serving.
Storage: Follow the refrigerated storage guidance above; use within 3 days.
23. Greek Feta Burger Sauce
Makes: Approximately 250 ml
Best with: Lamb burgers with cucumber and red onion.
Ingredients
- 150 ml plain thick yoghurt
- 50 g crumbled feta
- 30 ml BlixSam Greek Dressing
- ½ tsp BlixSam Lemon Leaf spice
Method: Mash the feta lightly, then stir it into the yoghurt with the dressing and spice. Chill for 20 minutes.
Storage: Follow the refrigerated storage guidance above; use within 3 days.
24. Smokey Dressing Burger Cream
Makes: Approximately 250 ml
Best with: Beef burgers with mature cheddar.
Ingredients
- 150 ml mayonnaise
- 75 ml BlixSam Smokey Dressing
- ½ tsp BlixSam Steakhouse spice
- 10 ml yellow mustard
Method: Whisk together until smooth. Refrigerate for 20 minutes.
Storage: Follow the refrigerated storage guidance above; use within 3 days.
25. Bacon Breakfast Burger Sauce
Makes: Approximately 250 ml
Best with: Breakfast burgers with a fried egg.
Ingredients
- 150 ml mayonnaise
- 60 ml tomato sauce
- 30 g cooked crispy bacon, cooled and finely chopped
- ½ tsp BlixSam Brêckie spice
- 5 ml yellow mustard
Method: Mix the mayonnaise, tomato sauce, spice and mustard. Fold in the cooled bacon. Chill until needed and use within 2 days.
Storage: Refrigerate at 4°C or colder and use within 2 days.
Warm sauces and sweet, tangy toppings
26. Steakhouse Mushroom Sauce
Makes: Approximately 300 ml
Best with: Beef burgers with Swiss-style cheese.
Ingredients
- 150 g finely chopped mushrooms
- 10 g butter
- 150 ml cream
- ½ tsp BlixSam Steakhouse spice
- ¼ tsp BlixSam Garlic Melt spice
- 5 ml Worcestershire sauce
Method: Fry the mushrooms in the butter for 6–8 minutes until their released liquid has mostly evaporated. Add the cream, spices and Worcestershire sauce. Simmer gently for 3–5 minutes until spoonable. Serve warm.
Storage: Follow the refrigerated storage guidance above; use within 3 days.
27. Sweet Onion BBQ Sauce
Makes: Approximately 250 ml
Best with: Beef burgers or pulled pork burgers.
Ingredients
- 150 g finely sliced onion
- 10 ml oil
- 100 ml BlixSam Yanky BBQ Sauce
- 30 ml water
- ½ tsp BlixSam Smoke Craft spice
- 10 ml apple cider vinegar
Method: Cook the onion in the oil over medium-low heat for 15–20 minutes until soft and golden, stirring regularly. Add the remaining ingredients and simmer for 3–5 minutes. Serve warm or cool promptly for refrigerated storage.
Storage: Follow the refrigerated storage guidance above; use within 3 days.
28. Roasted Pepper Garlic Sauce
Makes: Approximately 250 ml
Best with: Chicken burgers or chickpea patties.
Ingredients
- 120 g drained jarred roasted red peppers
- 100 ml mayonnaise
- 20 ml BlixSam Garlic Sauce
- ½ tsp BlixSam Grill Forge spice
- 5 ml lemon juice
Method: Pat the peppers dry, then blend with the remaining ingredients until smooth. Chill for 20 minutes.
Storage: Follow the refrigerated storage guidance above; use within 3 days.
29. Pineapple Sweet & Sour Sauce
Makes: Approximately 250 ml
Best with: Pork burgers or grilled chicken burgers.
Ingredients
- 100 g canned pineapple, drained and finely chopped
- 100 ml BlixSam Sweet & Sour Sauce
- 30 ml tomato sauce
- ½ tsp BlixSam Omni Spice
Method: Combine everything in a small saucepan. Simmer gently for 5–7 minutes, stirring. Serve warm, or cool promptly and refrigerate.
Storage: Follow the refrigerated storage guidance above; use within 3 days.
30. Peach Chutney Curry Cream
Makes: Approximately 250 ml
Best with: Chicken burgers or curried bean patties.
Ingredients
- 150 ml mayonnaise
- 75 ml peach chutney
- ½ tsp BlixSam Bazaar Kerrie spice
- 10 ml lemon juice
Method: Mix thoroughly and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Storage: Follow the refrigerated storage guidance above; use within 3 days.
31. Apple Mustard Burger Sauce
Makes: Approximately 250 ml
Best with: Pork burgers with cabbage slaw.
Ingredients
- 150 ml mayonnaise
- 60 g unsweetened cooked apple purée, chilled
- 20 ml yellow mustard
- ½ tsp BlixSam Pep ’n Zest spice
- 5 ml apple cider vinegar
Method: Whisk the mayonnaise, apple purée, mustard, spice and vinegar together. Refrigerate for 20 minutes.
Storage: Follow the refrigerated storage guidance above; use within 3 days.
Fresh, nutty and bold finishing sauces
32. Tangy Gherkin Tartare
Makes: Approximately 250 ml
Best with: Fish burgers with shredded lettuce.
Ingredients
- 180 ml mayonnaise
- 40 g finely chopped, drained gherkins
- 10 g chopped capers
- ½ tsp BlixSam Lemon Leaf spice
- 10 ml lemon juice
- 5 g chopped parsley
Method: Stir together until evenly combined. Refrigerate for 20 minutes.
Storage: Follow the refrigerated storage guidance above; use within 3 days.
33. Avocado Lime Burger Cream
Makes: Approximately 250 ml
Best with: Chicken burgers or black bean burgers.
Ingredients
- 150 g ripe avocado flesh
- 60 ml plain thick yoghurt
- ½ tsp BlixSam Saltitude spice
- 15 ml lime juice
- 5 g chopped coriander
Method: Blend or mash everything until creamy. Transfer to a small covered container and refrigerate. Best made shortly before serving; use within 24 hours.
Storage: Refrigerate at 4°C or colder and use within 24 hours.
34. Cucumber Herb Burger Sauce
Makes: Approximately 250 ml
Best with: Lamb burgers or falafel burgers.
Ingredients
- 180 ml plain thick yoghurt
- 60 g cucumber, grated and squeezed thoroughly dry
- ½ tsp BlixSam Lemon Leaf spice
- ¼ tsp BlixSam Garlic Melt spice
- 10 ml lemon juice
Method: Mix everything together. Chill for 20 minutes and stir before serving.
Storage: Follow the refrigerated storage guidance above; use within 3 days.
35. Peanut Sweet Chilli Sauce
Makes: Approximately 250 ml
Best with: Chicken burgers with cucumber and coriander.
Ingredients
- 80 g smooth peanut butter
- 100 ml canned coconut milk
- 50 ml BlixSam Sweet Chilli Sauce
- ½ tsp BlixSam Mirchi Fire spice
- 10 ml lime juice
Method: Warm the peanut butter, coconut milk, sweet chilli sauce and spice gently for 3–5 minutes, whisking until smooth. Remove from the heat and stir in the lime juice. Serve warm or cool promptly and refrigerate.
Storage: Follow the refrigerated storage guidance above; use within 3 days.
36. Sesame Ginger Burger Sauce
Makes: Approximately 250 ml
Best with: Chicken burgers or crispy tofu burgers.
Ingredients
- 150 ml mayonnaise
- 60 ml BlixSam Sweet & Sour Sauce
- 10 ml reduced-salt soy sauce
- 5 ml toasted sesame oil
- 5 g finely grated fresh ginger
- ½ tsp BlixSam Garlic Melt spice
Method: Whisk everything together. Refrigerate for 20 minutes and stir before serving.
Storage: Follow the refrigerated storage guidance above; use within 3 days.
37. Beetroot Feta Burger Cream
Makes: Approximately 250 ml
Best with: Lamb burgers or chickpea patties.
Ingredients
- 100 g cooked beetroot, chilled and drained
- 100 ml plain thick yoghurt
- 40 g feta
- ½ tsp BlixSam Pep ’n Zest spice
- 10 ml lemon juice
Method: Blend everything until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed. Refrigerate for 20 minutes.
Storage: Follow the refrigerated storage guidance above; use within 3 days.
38. Sun-Dried Tomato Burger Mayo
Makes: Approximately 250 ml
Best with: Beef burgers with mozzarella or grilled vegetable burgers.
Ingredients
- 180 ml mayonnaise
- 40 g oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained and finely chopped
- ½ tsp BlixSam Pasta a la Sam spice
- 10 ml lemon juice
- 5 g chopped basil
Method: Mix everything together, or briefly blend for a smoother sauce. Chill for 20 minutes.
Storage: Follow the refrigerated storage guidance above; use within 3 days.
39. Balsamic Onion Burger Jam
Makes: Approximately 250 ml
Best with: Beef burgers with blue cheese or mature cheddar.
Ingredients
- 300 g finely sliced red onions
- 15 ml oil
- 25 g brown sugar
- 40 ml balsamic vinegar
- 40 ml water
- ½ tsp BlixSam Steakhouse spice
Method: Cook the onions in the oil over medium-low heat for 15–20 minutes until soft. Add the remaining ingredients and simmer gently for 10–15 minutes, stirring, until thick and glossy. Add a small splash of water if needed to prevent sticking. This is a fresh refrigerated relish.
Storage: Follow the refrigerated storage guidance above; use within 3 days.
40. BlixSam Triple-Flavour House Sauce
Makes: Approximately 250 ml
Best with: Beef, chicken or mushroom burgers.
Ingredients
- 150 ml mayonnaise
- 40 ml BlixSam Yanky BBQ Sauce
- 30 ml BlixSam Sweet Chilli Sauce
- 20 ml BlixSam Garlic Sauce
- ½ tsp BlixSam Smoke Craft spice
- ¼ tsp BlixSam Pep ’n Zest spice
Method: Whisk everything together until smooth. Chill for 20 minutes, then stir before spreading onto toasted burger buns.
Storage: Follow the refrigerated storage guidance above; use within 3 days.
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