Joppie Sauce is a classic Dutch curry mayo commonly served with fries. Creamy, slightly sweet, and flavored with curry, it’s a versatile sauce that pairs perfectly with fries, burgers, sandwiches, or as a dip for snacks.

Joppie Sauce originates from the Netherlands and became popular through snack bars and fast food culture. It is especially well known as a ready-made supermarket sauce, though the homemade version often tastes fresher and more flavorful.

Its signature flavor comes from the combination of mayonnaise, curry powder, and finely chopped onions.

Although Joppie Sauce itself is a modern creation, its distinctive curry flavor reflects a broader culinary influence. Through historical trade connections and ties to Indonesia, spices became an integral part of Dutch cuisine — shaping flavors that are still present in popular sauces today.

Ingredients:

• 200 g mayonnaise
• 1 small onion
• 3–4 tsp curry powder
• 2 tsp mustard
• 2 tsp sugar
• a small amount of tomato paste
• a splash of light vinegar
• salt & pepper

Directions:

1. Prepare the onion: Finely dice the onion. Sauté in a pan over medium heat with a little oil until translucent, then let it cool completely.

2. Mix the sauce: In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, curry powder, mustard, sugar, tomato paste, and vinegar. Add the cooled onions and mix well. Season with salt, pepper, and adjust sweetness if needed.

3. Let it rest: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to fully develop.

Recipe Tips:

Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days.

Serving ideas: Perfect with fries, burgers, sandwiches, or as a dip for snacks and vegetables.

Optional: Add a splash of lemon juice or a pinch of paprika for extra flavor.

Joppie Sauce | Dutch Curry Mayo for Fries & Snacks

Course: Dips, Spreads, Sauces, Snacks, FingerfoodCuisine: NetherlandsDifficulty: Easy

Prep Time

10

minutes

Resting Time

2

minutes

Joppie Sauce is a classic Dutch curry mayo commonly served with fries. Creamy, slightly sweet, and flavored with curry, it’s a versatile sauce that pairs perfectly with fries, burgers, sandwiches, or as a dip for snacks.

Ingredients

• 200 g mayonnaise

• 1 small onion

• 3–4 tsp curry powder

• 2 tsp mustard

• 2 tsp sugar

• a small amount of tomato paste

• a splash of light vinegar

• salt & pepper

Directions

• Prepare the onion: Finely dice the onion. Sauté in a pan over medium heat with a little oil until translucent, then let it cool completely.
• Mix the sauce: In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, curry powder, mustard, sugar, tomato paste, and vinegar. Add the cooled onions and mix well. Season with salt, pepper, and adjust sweetness if needed.
• Let it rest: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to fully develop.

Tips

• Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days.
• Serving ideas: Perfect with fries, burgers, sandwiches, or as a dip for snacks and vegetables.
• Optional: Add a splash of lemon juice or a pinch of paprika for extra flavor.