Are you craving a creamy and tangy flavor that accompanies chicken wings at Wingstop? Then here we are with the wingstop ranch recipe that can elevate the taste of your homemade wings. A ranch dipping can be enjoyed with Chinese wings, cajun turkey, and even with French fries.
Wingstop Ranch Recipe
In 1994, when Antonio Swad started a Wingstop restaurant chain, the restaurant gained popularity for its crispy chicken wings. However, soon they realized to elevate the dining experience by offering a variety of sauces, after testing and trials a creamy ranch dressing was introduced.
One of the main attractions of Wingstop’s menu is its ranch sauce. Creating a copycat recipe of Wingstop ranch may not be easy but we try to replicate the recipe, so you can enjoy the same creamy and tangy flavors. Butterfiesta tries to craft a ranch sauce that captures the essence of Wingstop ranch.
Wingstop Ranch Recipe
Equipment
- 1 Whisk
- 1 Bowl
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Mayonnaise
- 1/2 Cup Buttermilk
- 1/4 Cup Sour Cream
- 1 Tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 Tsp Onion Powder
- 1/4 Tsp Black Pepper Powder
- 1/4 Tsp Paprika Powder
- 1/4 Tsp Dried Oregano
- 1/4 Tsp Dried Thyme
- 1/2 Tsp Dried Chives
- 1/2 Tsp Salt
- 1 Tbsp Fresh Dill chopped
- 1 Tbsp Fresh Parsley chopped
- 1 Tbsp Lemon Juice optional for extra tanginess
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk mayonnaise, buttermilk, and sour cream until it turns into a smooth mixture.
- Then add salt, black pepper powder, paprika powder, onion powder, garlic powder, dried oregano, dried thyme, dried chives, freshly chopped dill, freshly chopped parsley, and lemon juice.
- Mix them until well incorporated.
- Then cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Once the flavors meld together, serve the ranch sauce with crispy chicken wings.
Notes
Storage Instructions
You can store the ranch dressing in the refrigerator for a week. Make sure to transfer it to a food-safe airtight container to maintain the freshness. The consistency of the ranch may change in the refrigerator but you can easily adjust it by adding buttermilk before serving.
Tips That Will Help
- Dried herbs work fine in the recipe, however, for a boost of flavors and vibrant colors, you can use fresh herbs.
- You can adjust the consistency of ranch by adding buttermilk to make it thin, if you like a thick sauce then use Greek yogurt for a thicker sauce.
- For a spicy kick, add pickled jalapenos to the ranch.
- For a smoother ranch use a food processor for blending.
FAQ’s
Can I use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for Wingstop ranch recipe?
Yes, you can use Greek yogurt as a substitute for sour cream. However, if you are using Greek yogurt, skip the lemon juice as the Greek yogurt is tangier.
Is there a substitute for buttermilk?
If you don’t have a buttermilk then you can use regular milk. We recommend mixing lemon juice or vinegar in the milk and letting it set for 10 minutes before making the dressing.
Can I freeze the Wingstop ranch?
We don’t recommend freezing the ranch, as the consistency and flavor of the sauce will change after thawing. The dairy ingredients in the sauce easily become watery when frozen.
