Stanssaus

Stanssaus is a term used in Dutch-language online culture to describe a fictional condiment associated with stan culture—the passionate, often obsessive support shown by fans toward a public figure or work. In meme and discussion contexts, stanssaus functions as a humorous metaphor for a sauce that supposedly satisfies extreme devotion.

The word is a portmanteau of stan and the Dutch word saus, meaning sauce. It reflects the blending of internet slang with everyday culinary language.

There is no canonical recipe for stanssaus. In memes and short texts, it is described as a versatile, tangy sauce that could be built from common pantry bases such as mayonnaise, yogurt, or sour cream, with add-ins like lemon juice, mustard, hot sauce, sweet relish, herbs, or pickles. The emphasis is on balance and adaptability, mirroring the adaptable nature of fan communities.

Stanssaus appears mainly in Dutch-language social media and joke posts about fandom. It is used to illustrate how fans 'season' content with their enthusiasm or to caption posts about loyalty, reaction videos, or concert experiences.

See also: stan culture; memes; condiments in popular culture.