Arby’s Sauce Recipe
Get your Arby’s Roast Beef fix without leaving home! With this Copycat Arby’s Sauce Recipe you can make your own version of the fast food favorite!
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Homemade Arby’s Roastbeef Sandwich and Sauce
f you’ve ever dipped your roast beef sandwich into that tangy, slightly sweet, and smoky red sauce at Arby’s, you know just how addictive it is. The good news? You don’t have to make a fast-food run to enjoy it anymore!
This Homemade Arby’s Sauce recipe is quick, easy, and tastes just like the real deal — maybe even better.
What Is Arby’s Sauce?
Arby’s Sauce is the signature condiment served at Arby’s restaurants, a flavorful blend of tomato, vinegar, spices, and a hint of sweetness. It’s not a barbecue sauce exactly, but a thinner, tangier version that pairs perfectly with roast beef sandwiches, fries, burgers, and even chicken tenders.
This sauce is great on a roast beef sandwich, but it would allow be wonderful served alongside these Air Fryer Frozen French Fries, Secret Fry Sauce Recipe, Healthy Chicken Fingers, Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf or Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets.
Serving Suggestions
- Spread it on roast beef sandwiches or sliders
- Use as a dipping sauce for curly fries or onion rings
- Drizzle over grilled burgers or chicken
- Mix with mayo for a quick Arby’s-style sandwich spread
No. Arby’s Sauce is a tangy, tomato-based sauce, while Horsey Sauce is a creamy, horseradish-flavored condiment. They’re often used together for a flavor punch!
Absolutely! Increase the cayenne pepper or add a dash of hot sauce to taste.
Yes, but apple cider vinegar adds a slightly fruitier tang. If you use white vinegar, consider adding an extra pinch of brown sugar to balance the acidity.
Yes! This recipe doubles (or triples) easily — perfect for parties or meal prep.
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Copycat Arby’s Sauce
Ingredients
- 1/2 Cup Organic Ketchup
- 1 Tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar
- 4-6 Tablespoons Filtered Water*
- 4-5 Drops Tabasco or Crystal Hot Sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon Onion Powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 2 Tablespoons Brown Sugar**
- 1/4 teaspoon Sea Salt
Instructions
Sauce
- Combine all ingredients in a small sauce pan.
- Heat over medium/low for 20 minutes. Stir frequently, especially the last 10 minutes.
- Transfer to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator.
- Use within 1-2 weeks.
Roast Beef Sandwiches
- Lightly butter the inside of a soft bun (I used King’s Hawaiian Sandwich Buns). Grill, butter side down, in a large fry pan over medium heat until lightly golden brown on the inside.
- Heat shaved deli roast beef in pan until just warm. Do not over cook.
- Fill grilled bun with warm roast beef. Top with Arby’s Sauce and bun top.
- I bought the Arby’s Seasoned Curly Fries in the frozen food section of my grocery store. Cook according to package instructions.
Notes
Nutrition
This Homemade Arby’s Sauce recipe delivers the same tangy-sweet flavor you love from the restaurant, with ingredients you already have in your pantry. It’s fast, versatile, and guaranteed to make your homemade sandwiches taste like they came straight from the Arby’s kitchen.
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Yummy! Thank you! I just made it and it tastes exactly like Arbys Sauce. I made this and dumped almost all of it over my sandwich. I can’t get enough of it thank you!