Need an all-purpose spicy mayo for burgers, sushi, sandwiches, fries, and more? Our spicy mayo sauce recipe is a simple 3-minute no-cook recipe you’ll fall for. It is mayonnaise, made better with sriracha sauce, lime juice, and cajun seasoning. The sauce will explode flavors in every bite without overwhelming your buds.
Simply, it is a must-have in any household. And as soon as you try it, you’ll never opt for store-bought ones. This delectable sauce adds a flavor punch to my salad bowls, fried fish, cauliflower rice, and whatnot. Tag along to whip it up with me.
Homemade Spicy Mayo Sauce Ingredients:
Are you into making your sauces at home? This spicy, creamy quick mayo sauce will instantly elevate homemade dishes and take them to the next level! Being homemade it’s healthy and free from preservatives.
Also, you can alter the heat level according to your buds. It’s good both as a spread or dip. Easy to store in the refrigerator. To make spicy mayo you will only need a few basic ingredients that you already have in your fridge.
Mayonnaise:
Our chili mayo sauce is mayonnaise-based. Mayonnaise is a creamy, thick, white sauce made with egg yolk, oil, and vinegar. It is commonly used in sandwiches and as a base for other sauces.
1 cup mayo is needed in our recipe. You can use both store-bought or homemade mayonnaise.
Sriracha Sauce:
Sriracha sauce is the key to spice and tanginess in our hot mayo dressing. Sriracha is a condiment made with chili pepper, vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and sugar. Any other spicy sauce like hot sauce will work. Add 2 tablespoons of sriracha to the sauce recipe.
Lime Juice:
Lime juice adds an additional zesty kick and some freshness to the zesty mayo dip. It can also be replaced with lemon juice or vinegar. 2 tablespoons will be enough for a spicy mayo sauce recipe.
Cajun Seasoning:
Cajun seasoning is a blend of paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic, onion powder, and salt. The seasoning spices up our sweet and spicy mayo sauce. You can alternatively use taco seasoning or your custom-made spice blend. Use 1 teaspoon in the mayo sauce recipe.
Honey:
Honey is a natural sweetener with numerous health benefits. Adding 1 teaspoon of honey will take your garlic mayo sauce to the next level.
Garlic Powder:
Garlic is a powerful herb both for its taste and aroma. It is used to attach complexity to the flavor of the sauce. Both sriracha and cajun seasoning include garlic powder so using garlic powder separately as an ingredient is completely optional. I use ½ teaspoon of garlic powder as I like the garlic flavor in my mayo sauce.
Himalayan Pink Salt:
Himalayan pink salt has a deeper flavor profile than regular table salt. Only use salt after tasting the sauce as sriracha and cajun seasoning have salt in them. I used ¼ teaspoon in the zesty dipping sauce recipe.
Sesame Oil:
Toasted sesame oil is the game-changer ingredient in our spicy mayo sauce recipe. It is dark brown having a strong flavor and aroma. ½ teaspoon of roasted sesame oil radiates intense flavor to the sauce.
Ground Ginger:
Ground ginger is dried and powdered ginger. It has a milder flavor profile than the fresh one. Use ¼ teaspoon in the sushi roll sauce recipe.
Black Pepper:
Black pepper completes the flavors in our mayo sauce. ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper will be enough.
How to Make Easy Spicy Mayo Sauce At Home?
Want to kick your home-cooked dishes up a notch? Spicy mayo sauce is the perfect combination of creamy smoothness, fiery heat, and a hint of sweetness. It’ll gracefully elevate your dish without overwhelming the flavors.
You can easily make it gluten-free and use optional add-ins to create customized versions. Learn how to make the best spicy mayo for burgers, sandwiches, sushi, fries and so much more in just 3 minutes. You’ll end up dipping everything in it. I even dip popcorn in it!
Step 1:
In a small bowl whisk together the mayonnaise, sriracha, cajun seasoning, salt, sugar, toasted sesame oil, lemon juice, and honey until smooth.
Step 2:
Make sure there are no lumps. Serve instantly, or store in the fridge for later use.
Recipe Tips & Notes:
- If you want a thicker consistency in your spicy mayo sauce, use thicker mayonnaise. Homemade or store-bought will work.
- I personally like the semi-heat level, but you can make the mayo sauce extra spicy by adding chipotle powder or cayenne pepper. More sriracha will also make the sauce hot.
- To make it healthier, use Greek yogurt or sour cream instead of mayonnaise.
- If you don’t have cajun seasoning, use taco seasoning, or simply chili powder.
- Don’t have any lime juice? Use 1 teaspoon of vinegar.
- Curry powder can be a nice addition to our chili garlic mayo sauce.
- Try to use good quality mayonnaise with a nice texture in the sauce.
Nutritional Information:
| Nutrition Facts | |||
| Calories | Fat | Carbs | Protein |
| 180 calories | 9 g | 0,5 g | 0,1 g |
Spicy Mayo Sauce
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Mayonnaise
- 2 Tablespoons Sriracha
- 2 Tsp Lime juice
- 1 Teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- ½ Tsp Toasted sesame oil
- ¼ Tsp Ground ginger
- ¼ Tsp Garlic powder
- ½ Teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
Instructions
- In a small bowl whisk together the mayonnaise, sriracha, cajun seasoning, salt, sugar, toasted sesame oil, lemon juice, and honey until smooth
- Make sure there are no lumps. Serve instantly, or store in the fridge for later use
Nutrition
Takeaway:
With creamy mayo, sriracha, ginger powder, and lime juice, spicy mayo sauce is super healthy and delicious. It pairs well with coleslaw, burgers, or sweet potato fries. It can easily be made ahead and stored. Use it whenever you crave something absolutely delicious.
Once you make this sauce, it’ll be your go-to dipping sauce. Kids go crazy for this dipping sauce. Prepare it for your next nacho night, as picnic snacks, or weekend night outs. Trust me, your family will thank you for making this.
Frequently Asked Questions:
This spicy mayo sauce is the best of my homemade sauces. Here are some frequently asked questions:
1. What Is Spicy Mayo Sauce Made Of?
Spicy mayo sauce is made of mayonnaise, sriracha, lime juice, cajun seasoning, roasted sesame oil, salt, and pepper. You can use optional ingredients like taco seasoning, chipotle powder, curry powder, etc.
2. How to Store Spicy Mayo and How Long Does It Last?
You can enjoy this spicy mayo sauce instantly after making it. But the flavors deepen even more if kept in the refrigerator. It’s also a little thicker when cold. Place it in a mason jar or squeeze bottle and store it in the refrigerator. It’ll remain fresh for 7-10 days. Avoid freezing spicy mayo. It’ll become separated when reheated.
3. What Foods Pair Well with Spicy Mayo?
Spicy mayo works great on chicken sandwiches, fried rice, noodles, nuggets, and just about anything else! Here are some of the ways you’ll love using it:
Burgers:
Spicy mayo sauce is great as a burger sauce. Slather it on juicy beef ham and enjoy restaurant-quality burgers at home.
Sushi Rolls:
Make mouthwatering sushi rolls and baked sushi with our spicy mayo sauce.
Salad Bowls:
This sauce is amazing on salad bowls. Drizzle this sauce on a fresh salad, and add some peanuts. Enjoy your delicious salad bowl.
Fries & Veggies:
Dip french fries, chicken wings, sweet potato fries, and onion rings in our spicy mayo sauce. It makes sauteed vegetables absolutely delectable.
4. What’s the Difference Between Spicy Mayo and Sriracha Mayo?
Sriracha mayonnaise and spicy mayo sauce are almost the same sauce as both of them are made with mayonnaise and sriracha. Spicy mayo sauce includes more ingredients than sriracha mayo. Also, Sriracha Mayo has a stronger chili pepper flavor from the spicy mayo.
