![Spicy Beer Mustard](https://cdn.statically.io/img/www.foodandwine.com/thmb/TvI5GhZuzBGoO0urExZboke6GxI=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/201106-ft-spicy-beer-mustard-2000-79984e50aef14c149a8a826ddcfdb256.jpg)
Los Angeles burger lovers agree: The one at Father's Office is incredible. No controversy there. But there is when it comes to chef-owner Sang Yoon's long-standing no-ketchup policy. Instead of using everyone's favorite tomato-based go-to, Yoon tops his amazing cheeseburger with a caramelized onion and bacon compote and serves his fries with aïoli.
Though the rule has distressed some Angelenos for years, the ketchup ban inspired a photographic protest on Yelp. One Yelper posted a picture of a basket of sweet potato fries covered in ketchup and ketchup packets on the Father's Office page, and is imploring other ketchup-loving Yelpers to up-vote it to the point where it will automatically become the restaurant's primary image.
We at Food & Wine support both Yoon's right to ban condiments and French fry fans' right to want them. Either way, both parties can benefit from a variety of sauce and dipping options. Here are prime contenders for best ketchup substitute.
Mustard
![Spicy Beer Mustard](https://www.foodandwine.com/thmb/TvI5GhZuzBGoO0urExZboke6GxI=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/201106-ft-spicy-beer-mustard-2000-79984e50aef14c149a8a826ddcfdb256.jpg)
Rich, dark beer is the key to this intense mustard. Chef Jeremy Nolen updated the German classic at Brauhaus Schmitz in Philadelphia.
Aïoli
![Mortar and Pestle Garlic Aioli](https://www.foodandwine.com/thmb/sVP_0PxhGUe7k-j1J2PdgZjCNiE=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/fwcooks_mortarandpestleaioliplateftrecipe201996-5b5853ada7fb4c5389852eb9bf9c906b.jpg)
This garlicky, mayonnaise-like sauce is thick, unctuous, and velvety smooth. The recipe is ideal for those who take pleasure in the flavor of raw garlic and deliberate, meditative cooking.
Queso dip
![Bayless's Queso Fundido al Tequila](https://www.foodandwine.com/thmb/Zm2AmQE_HdmiqeLibZKMdula_e4=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/200606-xl-baylesss-queso-fundido-al-tequila-ba2a5aa53a914412a5e20704ceab6776.jpg)
Chef Rick Bayless's quick recipe for rich queso dip is just the thing to satisfy a sudden craving for something warm, cheesy, salty, and gooey. This simple, 20-minute dip of melted cheese is flavored with tomatoes, chiles, onion, and a hit of tequila.
Steak sauce
![J & G Steak Sauce](https://www.foodandwine.com/thmb/tOvXomwYKGaDmj3eFdcgw8m1RvE=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/200904-xl-j-and-g-steak-sauce-12d4a9532af346268ab028778e9917c3.jpg)
This rich, tamarind-inflected blend from chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten is a cross between A.1. and Lea & Perrins. And it keeps for weeks in the refrigerator.
Chutney
![Spicy Green Chutney](https://www.foodandwine.com/thmb/neO2SbSKubp5kWeO9H_C_EJ3wyI=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/spicy-green-chutney-FT-RECIPE0319-3e2238d7e65342c49755d02e5834efb6.jpg)
This robust sauce is a puree of cilantro, mint, lemon juice, and chiles. Its silky texture will coat a spoon, but is thin enough to drizzle on a salad or roasted vegetables.
Creole Mustard
![Fried Boudin Balls with Creole Mustard Dipping Sauce](https://www.foodandwine.com/thmb/_kuS21ltxdu-Tnp10gTiF6aIB3A=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/Fried-Boudin-Balls-with-Creole-Mustard-Dipping-Sauce-FT-RECIPE0822-2000-8c925eb2dbf64a14a4ee2a38857d29df.jpg)
This tangy, spicy Creole mustard dipping sauce is a popular party and tailgating snack.
Pepperoni Sauce
![Limoncello Marinated Chicken Wings with Pepperoni Sauce Recipe](https://www.foodandwine.com/thmb/gim-zVP105ChbJz_tUbvOQxt5xA=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/limoncello-marinated-chicken-wings-with-pepperoni-sauce-FT-RECIPE0420-1-87c0a66b0dee48ecb27d4d33ce272c8e.jpg)
Try chef Jeffery Russell's irresistible pepperoni sauce on pizzas, sandwiches, or as a dip.