Copycat Swiss Chalet Dipping Sauce Dry Mix
Copycat Swiss Chalet Dipping Sauce Dry Mix brings the iconic Canadian comfort sauce right into your pantry, ready whenever the craving hits. This homemade mix is thrifty, customizable, and turns weeknight chicken, fries, or even veggies into cozy, restaurant-style meals in minutes.
Equipment
Ingredients
- ¾ cup cornstarch strong thickener, matches slurry effect
- ¼ cup tomato powder stand-in for tomato paste, deepens color
- 3 Tbsp chicken bouillon powder stand-in for chicken broth
- 1 Tbsp paprika color + mild flavor
- 1 Tbsp onion powder
- 1 Tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp allspice
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp sugar balances acidity
- 1 tsp Worcestershire powder stand-in for Worcestershire sauce; if unavailable, sub soy sauce powder + a pinch of tamarind or extra tomato
- 1 tsp hot sauce powder or cayenne if easier to source
- 1 tsp vinegar powder stand-in for liquid vinegar
- ½ tsp salt taste and adjust since bouillon already adds sodium
Instructions
- Whisk 3 Tbsp dry mix with 1 cup cold water (or low-sodium broth for extra depth).
- Bring to simmer, whisking until thickened (3–5 minutes).
- Adjust consistency with a splash more liquid if too thick.