Spicy Mayo for Sushi Recipe (add to Poke, Fries, + more!) (2024)

FAQs

What is the spicy mayo on sushi made of? ›

It's a spicy combination of mayonnaise and Sriracha hot sauce. There is also a dash of sesame oil and a bit of fresh lime juice for balance. This spicy mayo is a classic match for sushi rolls, but it can also be used as a versatile dip or spread.

Is Spicy Mayonnaise the Same as Sriracha Mayonnaise? In some cases, the main ingredient of spicy mayonnaise is a few tablespoons of sriracha sauce. But every spicy mayonnaise may feature different ingredients that give it a unique spice and flavor, from chipotle sauce to taco seasoning.

Spicy Mayo (or sushi mayo) has just 6 ingredients - mayo, sriracha, lime juice, chipotle powder, sesame oil and garlic powder!

There are some spicy mayonnaise used to top some sushi rolls. The Japanese do like mayo on things, but putting it on inari would not be considered a good thing.

Dips and sauces can quickly escalate the sodium and fat levels in your sushi dinner. Spicy mayo, for example, is a “very concentrated source” of fat and calories, says Zeratsky. She recommends adding “just a touch to your tongue” to enjoy the flavor, rather than dunking your dinner generously.

Both spicy mayo and yum yum sauce have a mayonnaise base, but spicy mayo packs a lot more heat than yum yum sauce. Most spicy mayo is made with just two ingredients like the one I share here. Yum yum sauce is sweeter and less spicy as it uses ketchup or tomato paste, vinegar, garlic, sugar, and a little hot sauce.

Hellmann's Spicy Mayonnaise Dressing is an ideal condiment for spicing up sandwiches, wraps, burgers, dips, salads and even great on sushi.

Soy sauce – a deliciously salty base of any poke sauce! You could also you coconut aminos if you are concerned about the bowl being Whole30/Paleo. Sesame oil & rice vinegar – the flavors are a necessity for any soy sauce-based sauce – they all go together so well! Garlic & ginger – these are all about classic flavor!

However, I do recommend the use of Japanese mayo, which is slightly sweeter and a little thinner than supermarket staples like Hellmann's, although if not eaten side-by-side, it can be tough to pinpoint the slight difference in flavor.

But there is one store-bought mayo that nearly every professional chef and in-the-know food lover keeps in their chill chest: Kewpie. This Japanese brand has long been the secret weapon of the mayonnaise arsenal for those in the know.

Does authentic Japanese sushi have mayo? ›

Japanese sushi is famous for its simplicity – usually comprising nothing but rice, fish, and nori, along with some seasoning. Western sushi is more complicated, adding high-fat ingredients, such as tempura, mayonnaise, avocado, and cream cheese – few of which make an appearance in traditional Japanese sushi.

Mayonnaise and Salad Dressings

Unopened jars of mayo as well as salad dressings can be stored on pantry shelves. However, it's important that once opened you keep them refrigerated, and the USDA recommends using them within 2 months after opening.

The red of the chili pepper colors the mayo a light red or pale orange. The flavor is tangy, smooth and spicy hot. Spicy mayo is used as condiment in sushi and other East Asian or Japanese dishes.

Mayonnaise. If you regularly make dishes like sandwiches and pasta salad, there's a good chance you have a jar of mayonnaise in the fridge. That opened container of mayonnaise will last for about two months, so long as it's stored properly, says Baker.

Tempura flakes are made by mixing tempura batter and frying it until crispy. When added to sushi, tempura flakes provide a satisfying crunch and a subtle savory flavor that complements the other ingredients.

So, is yum yum sauce spicy mayo? Kind of. It is a mayo-based sauce but spicy mayo is usually just mayo and sriracha. Yum yum sauce includes more spices and flavorings.

In a medium bowl mix the mayonnaise, lime juice, soy sauce, wasabi paste and ginger, until well combined.

“KEWPIE Mayonnaise” is Kewpie's flagship product, and has been cherished by consumers across Japan since 1925. It goes well with salad, sandwiches, sushi, and much more.