Why go for store-bought Sriracha Mayo when whipping up this spicy goodness at home is a snap? Enjoy the perfect blend of creamy mayonnaise and bold Sriracha kick with our effortless homemade sauce – because homemade always tastes better!
👉What is Sriracha Mayo?
Sriracha mayo is that magical sauce that takes your taste buds on a rollercoaster ride. It's a blend of creamy mayo and spicy Sriracha, giving you a perfect balance of smooth and spicy.
Seriously, once you try it, you'll want to put it on everything—it's like ketchup's cooler, spicier cousin.
🥘Ingredient for Sriracha Mayo Sauce
- Mayonnaise: Opt for Japanese mayonnaise if available! This creamy base adds richness and smoothness to the sauce, creating a velvety texture that complements the spicy Sriracha.
- Sriracha sauce: Known for its bold and fiery flavor.
- Soy sauce: Always gives that umami flavor we love
- Lemon juice (optional): While optional, lemon juice provides a bright and citrusy zing that helps cut through the richness of the mayo and adds a refreshing contrast to the heat of the Sriracha.
🧂How to Make Sriracha Mayo Sauce
- Whisk together mayonnaise, Sriracha, soy sauce, and lemon juice.
- Adjust spiciness to taste.
- Optionally, chill for 30 minutes.
- Serve as a zesty dip for chicken karaage, sauce for sushi bake or your favorite dishes.
Enjoy the spicy goodness of homemade Sriracha mayo!
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What Goes Well With Sriracha Mayo?
- Sweet Potato Fries: Crispy, sweet, and perfect for dipping.
- Fish Tacos: Add a spicy kick to your tacos with a drizzle of sriracha mayo.
- Burgers: Swap out your regular mayo for sriracha mayo to give your burger an extra flavor boost.
- Sushi Rolls: Use it as a dip or drizzle it on top for a spicy twist.
- Grilled Chicken Sandwiches: Spread sriracha mayo on the bun for a deliciously spicy addition.
- Egg Rolls: Dip your egg rolls in sriracha mayo for a creamy and spicy treat.
- Roasted Vegetables: A perfect dip for your favorite roasted veggies.
- Shrimp Po’ Boys: Add some spice to your sandwich with sriracha mayo.
- Avocado Toast: Spread a layer on your toast for a breakfast with a kick.
- Chicken Wings: Toss your wings in sriracha mayo for a unique and flavorful coating.
- Chicken Karaage: Dip your crispy Japanese fried chicken in sriracha mayo for an extra burst of flavor.
Recipe FAQs
The main ingredient is Sriracha sauce, and it's often combined with other ingredients like mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, honey, lime juice, garlic, or soy sauce to enhance its flavor and texture.
Yes! You can make Sriracha dipping sauce ahead of time and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Just give it a good stir before serving to ensure the ingredients are well combined.
Sriracha dipping sauce is incredibly versatile and can be used as a dipping sauce for spring rolls, dumplings, chicken wings, fries, or sushi, as a marinade for grilled meats or tofu, or as a flavorful sauce for sandwiches, burgers, tacos, and more.
Absolutely! Feel free to adjust the amount of Sriracha sauce, mayonnaise, honey, or other ingredients to achieve the desired level of spiciness, sweetness, or creaminess in your Sriracha dipping sauce.
Yes, if you use gluten-free Sriracha sauce and other gluten-free ingredients, your homemade Sriracha dipping sauce will be gluten-free. Just make sure to check the labels of your ingredients if you have dietary restrictions.
Yes! You can make a vegan or dairy-free version of Sriracha dipping sauce by using vegan mayonnaise or yogurt instead of dairy-based ones. Additionally, make sure to use a vegan-friendly Sriracha sauce that doesn't contain any animal products.
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📋 Recipe
Easy Sriracha Mayo Sauce Recipe
Equipment
- 1 small bowl
Ingredients
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 to 2 tablespoon Sriracha sauce
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice optional
Instructions
- Whisk together mayonnaise, Sriracha, soy sauce, and lemon juice.
- Adjust spiciness to taste.
- Optionally, chill for 30 minutes.
- Serve as a zesty dip for chicken karaage or your favorite dishes.
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