Description
This Copycat Popeye’s Blackened Ranch recipe delivers a creamy, spicy dressing that perfectly mimics the popular fast-food favorite. Blending mayonnaise, sour cream, and buttermilk with a balanced mix of dried herbs and spices creates a bold, flavorful ranch that’s ideal as a dip or salad dressing. The recipe is quick to prepare and requires no cooking, making it an easy homemade alternative to store-bought dressings.
Ingredients
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Dressing Ingredients
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup buttermilk
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¾ teaspoon dried dill
- ½ teaspoon dried parsley
- ⅓ teaspoon dried chives
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste)
- ⅙ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper (or to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
Instructions
- Gather Spices. Ensure all the listed spices and herbs for the recipe are measured and ready to use before starting to prepare the dressing, as this ensures smooth preparation without missing any ingredients.
- Combine Base Ingredients. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, and buttermilk until the mixture is smooth and well blended, forming the creamy base for the dressing.
- Add Spices. Add all the dried herbs and spices—onion powder, garlic powder, dried dill, parsley, chives, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt—into the bowl. Whisk thoroughly until the spices are evenly incorporated throughout the dressing.
- Adjust Consistency. If you prefer a thinner dressing, gradually stir in a little more buttermilk until you reach your desired consistency.
- Store the Dressing. Pour the dressing into an airtight container or mason jar to preserve freshness.
- Chill and Develop Flavor. Refrigerate the dressing for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld and intensify.
Notes
- Adjust cayenne pepper to your preferred spice level.
- Buttermilk can be substituted with milk plus a teaspoon of lemon juice if unavailable.
- Store dressing in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Stir well before each use, as separation may occur.
- This dressing works great as a dip or salad dressing.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dressing
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Copycat Popeye's Blackened Ranch, ranch dressing, homemade ranch, blackened ranch recipe, spicy ranch dressing, easy ranch dressing, vegetarian dressing
