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Russian or Thousand Island Dressing

A classic, rich deli dressing combining RC Tartar Sauce Mix rehydrated with cider vinegar and water, blended with creamy mayonnaise, ketchup, and sweet pickle relish.

Yield / Servings

1 ¼ Gallons Yield

Category

Dressings / Creamy Dressings

Filed Under: Dressings Creamy Dressings Specialty Mixes

Ingredients

6 Components
RC Tartar Sauce Mix 1 pkg. (6 oz.)
Water 8 oz.
White Vinegar 8 oz.
Mayonnaise ¾ gallon
Ketchup or Chili Sauce 1 quart
Sweet Pickle Relish 16 oz.

Preparation Steps

1
Combine Liquids & Rehydrate

In a clean mixing bowl, combine 8 oz. water and 8 oz. white vinegar. Whisk in 1 package (6 oz.) RC Tartar Sauce Mix until evenly dissolved. Cover the bowl and allow the mix to rehydrate for 15 to 20 minutes.

2
Blend Creamy Base & Chill

Add ¾ gallon mayonnaise, 1 quart ketchup (or chili sauce for extra zest), and 16 oz. sweet pickle relish to the rehydrated mix. Blend thoroughly at low-to-medium speed until smooth and uniform. Cover and keep refrigerated.

Chef Notes & Value-Added Variations

Custom Menu Enhancements: Transform this core dressing into a signature house spread by stirring in optional ingredients such as dashes of Worcestershire sauce, finely chopped hard-boiled eggs, or minced green Manzanilla olives.

Culinary Applications: Ideal as a spread for Classic Reubens, Rachel sandwiches, patty melts, smash burgers, wedge salads, or as a dipping sauce for onion rings and fried seafood.