Worcestershire Sauce

A pungent, fermented condiment made from vinegar, molasses, anchovies, tamarind, and spices. Used in small amounts to add deep umami depth to dips, marinades, and Bloody Marys.

Worcestershire Sauce

Used for

  • French onion dip
  • marinades
  • Bloody Mary
  • Caesar dressing
  • burgers

In the kitchen

  • dash
  • whisk
  • blend

Picking it at the store

  • Lea & Perrins is the original brand and still the most widely available
  • A little goes a long way — most recipes use just a teaspoon or two; the bottle lasts a very long time

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