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A creamy, tangy sauce you can whip up in minutes, this spicy mayo is easily adjustable to your tastes and perfect for adding just the right kick to any meal.
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Spicy mayo is a creamy, flavorful condiment that adds the perfect balance of heat and tang to any dish. Whether drizzled over sushi, spread on sandwiches, or served as a dip, it’s an easy way to make everyday meals more delicious.
Best of all, it comes together in minutes with just a few simple ingredients, and you can make it as mild or as spicy as you like.
Ingredient Notes
Here are the simple ingredients you’ll need. Read on for a few notes.
- Mayonnaise: Use a good-quality regular mayo for the best taste and texture.
- Sriracha: We recommend the original Huy Fong Sriracha chili sauce, but you can use any brand.
- Lemon Juice (optional): Fresh lemon adds a light tang that’s nice, but not required.
- Salt (optional): Regular table salt—just a tiny pinch if you want it. The mayo and sriracha have some saltiness, so give it a taste before adding more.
Supplies
Here’s what you’ll need to make this recipe:
- Small mixing bowl
- Spoon or small whisk
- Measuring spoons
- Lemon press, optional
Let’s Make Spicy Mayo Sauce
Follow the simple steps below to make this delicious sauce.
1
Mix Mayo and Sriracha.
In a small bowl, mix together the mayo and sriracha (start with 1 tbsp, taste then add more if you’d like).
2
Add lemon juice and salt (optional).
Stir in the lemon juice and salt until smooth.
3
ADJUST TO TASTE.
Adjust to your liking—add more sriracha for spice, more mayo to tame the heat, or more lemon for tang.
4
Serve and Enjoy!
Transfer any leftovers to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to a week. Stir before using if the mayo separates slightly.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Quick and easy: It’s simple and comes together in just a few minutes.
- Pairs well with many recipes: The smooth, creamy texture works beautifully with many different dishes. It complements everything from sushi to sandwiches (it’s so good on our on egg roll in a bowl recipe!).
- Very customizable: Adjusting the flavor to your taste is easy—go with mild flavor or bump up the heat.
- Stores nicely: This sauce keeps well in the fridge, making it convenient to use throughout the week.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are answers to commonly asked questions about making this spicy mayo.
How long does spicy mayo keep?
Store it in the fridge and use within about a week.
What if I don’t have sriracha?
Any hot sauce will work! Adjust the amount until you hit your preferred heat level.
How can I make it less spicy?
Use less sriracha or add extra mayo to mellow the heat. Start small and adjust until it’s perfect for you.
Spicy Mayo
A creamy, tangy sauce you can whip up in minutes, this spicy mayo is easily adjustable to your tastes and perfect for adding just the right kick to any meal.
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1/2 cup 1x
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1–2 tbsp sriracha (adjust to taste)
- Juice of 1/2 lemon (about 1 tbsp), optional
- 1/8 tsp salt, or to taste, optional
Instructions
- Add the mayo and sriracha to a small bowl. Start with 1 tbsp sriracha, then add more if you’d like.
- Stir in the lemon juice, if using.
- Season with salt, if desired.
- Taste and adjust as you like.
- Serve right away or refrigerate for later.
Notes
- Sriracha: We recommend the original Huy Fong Sriracha chili sauce, but you can use any brand.
- Storage: Keep in a sealed container in the fridge for up to a week.
- Customize: Add honey for sweetness, fresh garlic or garlic powder for depth, soy sauce for a richer flavor, or another hot sauce for extra heat. Adjust the lemon or try rice vinegar or lime juice for a different kind of tang.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Mix
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tbsp
- Calories: 128
- Sugar: 0.6 g
- Sodium: 260.6 mg
- Fat: 13.8 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 0.9 g
- Protein: 0.3 g
- Cholesterol: 7.7 mg
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