Sriracha Mayo

Course: Sauce

Cuisine: Asian

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 0

Total Time: 5

Servings: people

Calories: 193kcal

Author: Platings and Pairings

This Sriracha Mayo sauce is an easy, dreamy condiment with addictively bold flavors! Enjoy it as a dip, spread, or dressing for sushi, burgers, sandwiches, fries, and beyond.

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Ingredients

¾ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup sriracha sauce
1 clove garlic grated or minced
1 Tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
Salt to taste

Instructions

Combine all ingredients in a small bowl and stir gently to combine. Enjoy.

Notes

Store the leftover sriracha mayo in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Give it a good stir before serving, as the ingredients may separate during storage.
I don’t recommend freezing spicy mayo because the consistency isn’t as smooth or creamy after thawing.

Variations

Vegan sriracha mayo – Make this sauce with vegan mayonnaise for a vegan-friendly or egg-free variation.
Make it extra creamy – Stir in a dollop of Greek yogurt or sour cream to enhance the richness and tangy flavor.
Smoky sriracha mayo – Consider adding a dash of smoked paprika or chipotle powder. This variation pairs particularly well with grilled meats, seafood, and roasted vegetables.
Wasabi sriracha mayo – Stir 1 to 2 teaspoons of wasabi paste into the mayo mixture. The combination of creamy mayo, spicy sriracha, and pungent wasabi is perfect for sushi, seafood, and Asian-inspired dishes.

Tips and tricks

Taste the sriracha mayo after mixing the ingredients together. Adjust the flavor to your liking by adding more sriracha, lemon juice, cayenne pepper, and/or salt as needed.
For a thinner consistency, stir a little water, vinegar, or additional lemon juice into the sauce. Or, if you like it thicker, add a bit more mayo.
Refrigerate the sauce for at least 30 minutes before serving to help it thicken and to let the flavors meld together and intensify.

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