Craving That Sweet, Sweet Subway Sauce? We Got You Covered (Because Apparently Subway Doesn't)
Let's face it, folks. We've all been there. You stroll into Subway, picturing a masterpiece of a sandwich, piled high with all your favorites. Then, you hit the sauce station, ready to unleash a flavor typhoon with that sweet, tangy onion sauce, and... bam! It's gone. Replaced by some questionable ranch situation. But fear not, fellow sandwich enthusiasts! Because today, we're taking back the taste buds with a legendary copycat recipe for Subway's sweet onion sauce.
Why This Recipe Rocks (and Why Subway Should Be Ashamed)
This recipe is the real deal. It's got the sweetness that'll make your taste buds do a happy dance, the tang that'll add a playful little pucker, and all the oniony goodness that screams "Subway, but better!" Because seriously, Subway, what's the deal? Did the onions unionize? Did the sugar quota run dry? We deserve answers, and more importantly, we deserve this sauce!
Gather Your Secret Weapon Ingredients:
Here's what you'll need to craft your own sandwich-saucing destiny:
- The Sweetening Symphony: ⅔ cup granulated sugar (because let's be honest, a little sweetness never hurt anyone)
- The Tangy Trio: ½ cup cold water, 6 tablespoons white vinegar (the sassy backbone of the sauce), and 1 ½ tablespoon red wine vinegar (for a touch of fancy)
- The Thickening Force: 1 tablespoon cornstarch (to turn this party from a runny mess into a delightful spread)
- The Onion All-Stars: 1 tablespoon minced onion flakes (because fresh onions are great, but who has that kind of time?), ¾ teaspoon fresh onion juice (if you're feeling fancy, you can squeeze this from a real onion with a garlic press), and ½ teaspoon onion powder (because layers, people, layers!)
- The Flavor Brigade: 2 ½ teaspoons Dijon mustard (for a little kick), 2 ½ teaspoons mustard powder (because mustard makes everything better), ¾ teaspoon celery salt (because celery is a health nut, but its salt sure is tasty), 1 teaspoon poppyseeds (the tiny black bits of joy), ¼ teaspoon garlic powder (because a hint of garlic never hurt anyone), ½ teaspoon salt (to balance out all that sweetness), ⅓ teaspoon paprika (for a touch of smokiness), and ¼ teaspoon black pepper (because a little spice is always nice)
- The Secret Agent: 1-2 drops of sesame oil (it's a tiny amount, but it makes a big difference, trust us)
Unleashing the Sauce Master Within:
- The Alliance of Ingredients: In a small saucepan, whisk together all that sweet, tangy, flavorful goodness (yes, that includes the sesame oil).
- The Heat is On (But Not Too Hot): Over low-medium heat, bring the mixture to a boil, whisking constantly. This isn't the apocalypse, people, we just want a gentle simmer.
- The Thickening Ritual: Once it reaches a boil, let it bubble for a glorious minute, then immediately turn off the heat. The sauce will thicken up as it cools, so don't you worry.
And there you have it! A vat of pure, delicious, homemade Subway sweet onion sauce. Store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week (but seriously, who can resist this sauce for a whole week?).
Now Go Forth and Conquer Your Sandwiches!
Drench your subs, drizzle your wraps, dunk your nuggets (we won't judge). This sauce is your oyster, well, more like your sweet onion, tangy vinegar oyster. But you get the idea. Unleash your inner sandwich artist and shower your creations with the glory of this homemade masterpiece. And remember, folks, Subway may have taken away our sauce, but they can't take away our right to deliciousness!
