Tangy, spicy and creamy, Spicy Mayo is an unbelievably easy 3 ingredient DIY recipe made with Japanese mayo and sriracha for a tasty condiment you can put on anything, from burgers to salads, and tacos! The best spicy mayo sauce for sushi, aka spicy Kewpie mayo.
Why You NEED to Put This on Everything
- Adds Incredible Flavor to everything, from crispy shrimp to spicy honey teriyaki salmon! The creamy/spicy combo tastes incredible.
- 1 Minute Recipe: Stir just 3 ingredients together and you’re ready to top all of your foods with this DIY sauce.
- Goes Great With: Asian cucumber salad, sushi, burgers, and more!
The BEST Spicy Mayo!
Okay, truth time: how much are you enjoying all of the homemade sauces and dips I’ve been sharing? Since being called a “Sauce Queen” (thank you, Diana!), I’ve been taking my job even more seriously (and deliciously!) From yum yum sauce and onion ring sauce to chipotle aioli and eel sauce, y’all been going crazy for the best DIY easy homemade sauces!
You’re gonna love the best spicy mayo. It’s the perfect combo of flavor, with creamy mayonnaise, spicy sriracha, and tart lime juice. With just 1 minute of effort, you’ve got the best spicy mayo that makes burgers, sushi, salmon, even quesadillas taste better!
What is Spicy Mayo?
Spicy mayo is a creamy condiment used on sushi, burgers, burritos, and fries. It’s made with sriracha, Japanese mayonnaise, like Kewpie mayonnaise, and lime juice. You can also make spicy mayo with any of your favorite hot sauces, like Cholula, Tabasco and more.
DIY Spicy Mayo Ingredients
This DIY spicy mayo is such an easy recipe that you won’t go back to store-bought! You can use this spicy Kewpie mayo for sushi, salmon, and anything else you’d like!
- Mayonnaise – to make spicy mayo for sushi, use Japanese mayo, aka Kewpie mayo. If you don’t have it on hand, you can use your usual mayo.
- Sriracha – I’ve loved this sriracha since I was a child and recommend it. But you can use Tapatio or any of your fave hot sauces.
- Lime – easily squeeze fresh lime juice with this stainless steel lemon squeezer. Fresh adds a brighter flavor than bottled and skips the bitterness.
How to Make Spicy Mayo for Sushi
How do you make spicy mayo for sushi? It’s easy with few steps and just minutes of effort. This spicy mayo can be used on sushi, tacos, burritos, quesadillas and more!
- Add Japanese mayonnaise, sriracha, and fresh lim juice to a small bowl. Whisk until fully combined.
- Add sriracha and lime juice to taste.
- Serve with spicy mayo with sushi, tacos, burritos, salads, and more.
FAQs
- Is Spicy Mayo Yum Yum Sauce? No, the two condiments differ. Spicy mayo is spicy while yum yum sauce is not. While both are made with Kewpie mayo, yum yum sauce contains many more ingredients, including rice vinegar, mirin, sugar, ketchup, and other spices.
- Where Can I Buy Spicy Mayo? You can buy spicy mayo here.
Japanese Spicy Mayo Recipe – Spicy Kewpie Mayo
To make Japanese spicy mayo or spicy kewpie mayo, make sure to use kewpie brand mayo. Japanese mayo has a distinct flavor and richness not found in American mayo, and it’s a touch sweet.
What to Serve with Spicy Mayo Sauce
Use spicy mayo for chicken sandwiches, bang bang shrimp tacos, sushi, salmon rice bowls, or Asian salmon. Here are more options:
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Add Japanese mayo, sriracha, and lime juice into a small bowl. Whisk until well combined.
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Adjust sriracha and lime juice to taste, adding more or less according to your liking.
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Serve with sushi, tacos, crispy shrimp and more.
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- Store spicy mayo in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 1-3 weeks.
Calories: 64kcal, Carbohydrates: 0.1g, Protein: 0.1g, Fat: 7g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g, Monounsaturated Fat: 2g, Trans Fat: 0.02g, Cholesterol: 4mg, Sodium: 88mg, Potassium: 4mg, Fiber: 0.01g, Sugar: 0.1g, Vitamin A: 8IU, Vitamin C: 1mg, Calcium: 1mg, Iron: 0.02mg
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
