Fritessaus
French fries with fritessaus | |
| Alternative names | Frietsaus |
|---|---|
| Type | Sauce |
| Place of origin | Netherlands |
| Serving temperature | Cold |
Fritessaus or frietsaus ("fries sauce") is a Dutch accompaniment to French fries, served popularly nationwide. It is similar to mayonnaise, but with at most 25% fat, is leaner and usually sweeter than mayonnaise. Mayonnaise in the Netherlands is required by the Warenwet (Commodities Act) of 1998 to contain at least 70% fat and at least 5% egg yolk before it may be called mayonnaise.