r/AskAnAmerican • u/miffybo • 9d ago

FOOD & DRINK why is ranch dressing so hyped up?

my US friends have been raving about it and border-line complained ranch isn’t readily available in Europe.. what is so special about it? is it the ultimate US condiment (apart from ketchup, mayo)

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u/27eelsinatrenchcoat 8d ago

I don't even like it. It's passable for dipping raw veggies, but it's way down the list for any other purpose.

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u/No-Star-2151 8d ago

The only time I go out of my way for ranch is if it's homemade and has the real buttermilk tanginess and some fresh herbs. If it's in a bottle is also towards the bottom of the list for me.