First, gather all your ingredients. Make sure you have everything ready and within reach. It speeds up the process!
In a medium-sized bowl, pour in your 1 cup of tomato ketchup. Follow it with 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce, 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar, and 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard. This mixture should start to look vibrant and inviting.
Now, let’s add in the dry components. Sprinkle in your garlic granules, onion flakes, smoked paprika, sea salt, and ground black pepper. If you like it a bit sweeter, toss in 1 tablespoon of brown sugar.
Grab a whisk or spoon, and mix everything together. Stir until well combined. You want to make sure all those flavors meld beautifully without any lumps.
This is where you can play chemist. Taste your dressing. Do you want it spicier? Add more pepper or mustard. Sweeten it up with extra brown sugar. This tailored touch makes it truly yours.
For best results, refrigerate your dressing for about 30 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to really develop! Once chilled, it’s ready to serve with your chosen dish.