Calling all spicy food fans! You have to try my mouthwatering Sriracha Mayo recipe. This spicy mayonnaise sauce takes five minutes to make (if that), and it's the easiest way to improve any meal. Use it as a dipping sauce, or drizzle it over your favorite foods for an instant flavor burst!
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Ginnie's Take
I looove saucy foods, and I crave spicy flavors. My refrigerator always has a bottle of sriracha, and I'll drizzle it over pretty much anything. But you know what makes this tasty hot sauce even better? When you combine it with mayonnaise. This yummy Sriracha Mayo is one of my tried-and-true sauces, and it's so delicious drizzled over pretty much anything!
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Amazing Flavor - This colorful sauce has it all: a wonderful smooth texture paired with the tastiest flavor. It's the perfect combo of creamy, tangy, and piquant. Yum!
- Super Easy - Sure, you can buy spicy mayo, but why would you? This luscious sauce is inexpensive to make at home, ready in mere minutes, and you can customize the heat level exactly how you like.
- Versatile - You are going to find yourself spooning this sauce over anything and everything, including (but definitely not limited to) tacos, sandwiches, and bowls. And it makes a wonderful dipping sauce for fries, spring rolls, and more. You'll find tons of tempting ideas below!
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Ingredients
You need just three basic ingredients to make this delectable sauce:
- Sriracha - While there are many brands to choose from, in my opinion the iconic Huy Fong sriracha sauce (sometimes called rooster sauce, because of the bird on its label) is the absolute best.
- Mayonnaise - I've made this recipe with regular mayo and plant based mayonnaise (I like Hellman's for both), and it turns out great either way. Kewpie mayo is also delish.
- Salt - A pinch of kosher salt enhances the other flavors.
- Other Ingredients - I like to keep things simple, but you can customize the recipe by adding other ingredients (such as garlic and lime juice). Check out the Variations section below for tips.
This spicy sauce is naturally vegetarian, gluten free, dairy free, and nut free. Use plant based mayo to make it vegan.
How to Make Mayo with Sriracha Sauce
This Spicy Flavored Mayo Sauce is super simple to make, and you'll find a recipe card with measurements below. I could go into a long, drawn out description, but basically, all you do is stir together the mayonnaise and sriracha, plus a pinch of salt.
That's all there is to it. This scrumptious DIY Sriracha Mayo truly couldn't be easier to make, so throw together a batch anytime your dinner needs a little something extra!
Variations
You can easily customize this homemade Sriracha Aioli by making a simple substitution or two:
- Hot Sauce - Swap out the sriracha for another hot sauce. I like to use sambal oelek, or for a little Mexican flair, the adobo sauce from a can of chipotle peppers. Add to taste!
- Garlic - Add a minced garlic clove or a half teaspoon of garlic powder.
- Lime - Mix in a squeeze of fresh lime juice for an extra tangy flavor. Just keep in mind that the more juice you add, the thinner the sauce will become.
- Sesame - Stir in a few drops of toasted sesame oil.
- Honey - Blend in a some honey for a touch of sweetness.
- Vegan - Use a plant based mayo.
- Spicier / Less Spicy - Adjust the amount of sriracha (to taste) depending on how hot or mild you'd prefer the sauce to be. Start with one to two teaspoons if you prefer milder flavors.
How to Use
Mayonnaise and sriracha were made for each other! Use this mouthwatering sauce to spice up any breakfast, lunch, or dinner:
- Burgers - It makes the best burger sauce! Try it on my Black Bean and Edamame Burgers for starters.
- Tacos - This spicy sauce is super tasty drizzled over tacos. I used it for these Black Bean Breakfast Tacos, but it would also be delish on these Portobello Tacos and these easy Tofu Tacos.
- Sushi + Poke - Serve with sushi just like they do at your favorite restaurant, or add it to a poke bowl. It's the perfect addition to this yummy Watermelon Poke Bowl!
- Sandwiches - Slather this spicy sauce on any sandwich (try it on my Tomato Avocado Sandwich or a homemade Bahn Mi) for an instant flavor boost. I love using it on Breakfast Sandwiches, too!
- Bowls - Use it as a topping for your favorite bowl meals. It would be wonderful on this Roasted Veggie Quinoa Bowl or this Banh Mi Bowl.
- Veggies - Spoon the creamy sauce over steamed, roasted, or grilled vegetables.
- Dipping Sauce - Serve alongside veggies, chips, and fries as a spicy dipping sauce. I love it paired with my Roasted Sweet Potato Fries or Halloumi Fries and other handheld foods, like Spring Rolls, Pigs in a Blanket, or Taquitos.
Storage
Storage leftover sauce in an airtight container in your refrigerator, where it will stay fresh for up to one week.
Related Recipes
Looking for similar sauces? Try one of these delicious recipes next:
- This creamy Pesto Mayo is an easy way to brighten up any meal!
- Dollop this dreamy Avocado Crema on all your favorite Mexican dishes.
- If you're a spicy food fan, this Homemade Buffalo Sauce is a must make!
- This smokey Romesco Sauce recipe is easy to prepare and super versatile.
Sriracha Mayo Sauce
Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sriracha
- pinch salt
Instructions
- Combine 1 cup mayo and ¼ cup sriracha in a medium bowl, along with a pinch of salt. Mix well.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to use. Enjoy!
Notes
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