18 Things to Stir Into Mayo for Instant Sauces and Dips
18 Things to Stir Into Mayo for Instant Sauces and Dips
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I have heard rumors that there are people who dislike mayonnaise. I may even have, unknowingly, met one or more of these creatures. I confess, I am confused by this dislike. I am a devout mayo lover. The tangy flavor, and the creamy, unctuous texture can (I believe) improve almost anything. And now, with uncountable amounts of time in the house, I have begun playing with additions to prepared mayonnaise that really kick this staple condiment up a notch.
RECIPE: Homemade Mayonnaise found here
https://www.myrecipes.com/recipe/homemade-mayonnaise
Ingredients
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 large egg
1 cup extra-virgin olive oil (or avocado oil)
How to Make It
Step 1 Combine lemon juice, salt, mustard, and egg in the bowl of a food processor; process until just combined. With food processor running, drizzle in oil in a slow, steady steam until fully incorporated. (The mixture will emulsify fairly quickly but be sure to add all of the oil.)
Step 2 Transfer to a container; cover and refrigerate 30 minutes to 1 hour before using.
I’m pretty sure we’ve all added some mustard to mayo...or at least noticed that it tasted great when the two accidentally commingled on a sandwich. But mustard is just the tip of the iceberg. Probably my first foray into “flavoring” mayo was when I made a vaguely Spanish inspired hash. I wanted to top it with something creamy, and decided to try mayo. But that wasn’t quite it. So, being in a Spanish state of mind, I swirled some smoked paprika into the mayo. It was a true “EUREKA” moment. This got me thinking that all sorts of salads, vegetables, sandwiches, and who knew what else, could benefit from different additions to mayo.
Here are a few suggestions for things to add, and a few ideas about where you might use your “doctored” mayonnaise:
Pesto
Minced fresh herbs (either a combination, or just one)
Curry Powder
Citrus juices and/or zest
Garlic, fresh or really good granulated/powdered
Onion—minced, sauteed, deeply browned, or really good powdered
Chopped scallions
Horseradish, either prepared or freshly grated
Your favorite dry rubs (but remember...there is a lot of salt in them, so just start with a little) Mushroom duxelles, or sauteed fresh mushrooms
Thai Curry paste
Sriracha, sambal oelek, or your favorite hot sauce a drop or two of soy or fish sauce (again, remember that a little goes a long way)
a drizzle of toasted sesame oil
Tomato paste
Ground or chopped nuts
Capers
Canned tuna
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