
Low-Calorie Spicy Mayonnaise Recipe
A recipe for low-calorie spicy mayonnaise in a homemade version, easy to prepare and delicious. 93 kcal and 6.5 grams of protein per serving
Nutrition values per 100 g
93 cal
6.5 g
3 g
6 g
Easy
Prep time
5 min
Cook time
10 min
Servings
1 serving
Ingredients
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2 large eggs
60 g of water
1/8 teaspoon xanthan gum (or half a teaspoon cornstarch) Xanthan gumA powder that thickens sauces and doughs. A tiny amount goes a long way. Cornstarch works instead.
10 g of lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
45 drops of monk fruit sweetener/sucralose Monk fruit / sucralose sweetenerA zero-calorie liquid sweetener. Add it by the drop, to taste.
40 g of Sriracha
A quarter of a teaspoon of salt
1/8 teaspoon monosodium glutamate Monosodium glutamate (MSG)A seasoning that adds umami, a deep savory taste. Optional - a pinch of salt works instead. (optional)
1/4 teaspoon hot paprika (optional)
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Method
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Cook the eggs in boiling water.
If you use cornstarch - mix 60 grams of water with 3 grams of cornstarch and heat in the microwave until it bubbles and thickens.
Peel the hard-boiled eggs.
Process the eggs together with all the ingredients in a blender or food processor on low power until a smooth mayonnaise texture.
Small tips that make a difference
- Start with a small amount of chilli and taste - easy to add, hard to remove.
- Rest the sauce an hour in the fridge so the heat settles.
Frequently asked questions
- How many calories are in the sauce?
- About 93 calories per 100g, compared with roughly 680 in a commercial spicy mayo - over 80 percent less.
- What is it best used for?
- It is perfect for homemade sushi, rice paper rolls, crispy rice and any asian style bowl.
- How long does it keep?
- About a week in an airtight container in the fridge. No preservatives, so make a weekly batch.
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