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    Home » Recipes » Sauces | Dressings

    Spicy Mayo for Sushi (vegan)

    Published: Jan 31, 2023 · Modified: Jun 6, 2024 · by Tracy Halasz · Leave a Comment

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    Spicy mayo is my all time favorite condiment to liven up vegan sushi, vegan fish tacos, and more! Only 3 ingredients and ready in under 5 minutes, you don't want to skip this popular spicy sushi sauce at your next sushi night!

    Spoonful of spicy sushi sauce being lifted from jar.

    If you're looking for a next-level, spicy mayo recipe (vegan version) that's super quick to make and adds a flavor burst to everything it touches, this is it! Just like my sweet and spicy tahini and my spicy peanut sauce, this sriracha mayo transforms leftovers into something extra special.

    Ingredients (w/ substitutions & variations)

    You need only 3 ingredients to make a good spicy mayo recipe, but have fun with some of the variations below to suit your taste:

    Ingredients for spicy mayo with a whisk laid out on white marble counter top.
    • Mayonnaise: Use the best tasting, good quality, rich mayonnaise as it forms the base of this sauce. Note: The original condiment popular in sushi restaurants is typically made with Japanese kewpie mayonnaise which is tangier, slightly sweeter, and richer made with egg yolks. I use Vegenaise which is great sub for vegans, vegetarians, and those with egg allergies.
    • Sriracha hot sauce: Sriracha is traditional in spicy mayo, it's the perfect balance of heat, slightly sweet and a kiss of garlic. You could sub in another hot sauce in a pinch.
    • Soy sauce: or tamari (gluten free). I add just a whisper of soy sauce to bring savory umami depth.
    • Sauce variations: Once you've tried the recipe as written, feel free to switch up the ingredient ratios making it spicier or slightly sweeter. Add fresh garlic, a few drops of toasted sesame oil or a splash of fresh lime juice if you like.

    How to Make Spicy Sushi Sauce

    How do you make the spicy mayo from sushi restaurants you ask? It's easy to make at home! Here's how:

    1. Place everything into a bowl and whisk until smooth and creamy.
    2. Taste and adjust to your preference.
    3. Cover and store in a jar or air tight container for 10 days or more. The longer the sauce chills, the thicker it gets. Make it a day or two in advance to save time the day of.

    Pro Tip: If you're feeling fancy, put some sauce in a squeeze bottle to drizzle over sushi rolls or bowls!

    Ingredient for spicy mayo sauce in a bowl with a small red whisk.
    Two photos of ingredients for spicy mayo in a bowl.

    What to Serve Sriracha Mayo With

    When we're making homemade vegan sushi or sushi bowls (no rolling required!), I always whip up a side of spicy mayo. Talk about an easy flavor boost - I can't get enough of it!

    But there are plenty other uses: It's delicious slathered on cauliflower burgers or veggie sandwiches. Makes a tasty dipping sauce for crispy smashed potatoes, sweet potato fries or onion rings. And we love it drizzled over rice bowls, baked tofu or grilled veggies!

    Toss leftover spicy mayo with shredded cabbage and a squeeze of vinegar for a quick and delicious vegan coleslaw to pile on veggie tacos, burgers, and more.

    Spicy dynamite roll and avocado stacked on rice with spicy sushi sauce drizzle.

    Best Vegan Sauces

    If you love sauces, dips and drizzles like we do, try one of these favorite vegan sauce recipes next:

    • sweet and spicy tahini sauce
    • peanut hoisin sauce
    • easy potsticker sauce
    • teriyaki sauce (gf)
    • sushi sauces (eg. unagi sauce, sweet sushi sauce, etc.)
    • vegan worcestershire sauce (gf)
    Spoonful of spicy mayo flowing from a spoon over a jar.

    Storing

    Spicy sriracha mayo sauce keeps well in a jar for 10 days in the refrigerator.

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    Spoonful of spicy sushi sauce being lifted from jar.

    A Good Tasting Spicy Mayo (vegan or not!)

    I'm obsessed with this creamy, spicy mayo on my sushi (and so much more!). It's quick and easy to make this popular restaurant spicy mayo at home in just 5 minutes with 3 simple ingredients! Vegan, vegetarian, egg free, and gluten free too.
    Author : Tracy Halasz
    Servings:4 servings

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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins

    INGREDIENTS

    • ½ cup mayonnaise (Vegenaise)
    • 2-3 tablespoons sriracha sauce
    • 1 teaspoon soy sauce (tamari)

    INSTRUCTIONS
     

    • Place everything in a bowl, whisk until smooth.
    • Store leftovers in the fridge (covered) for a week - 10 days.

    NOTES

    Mayonnaise - of course I use vegan mayonnaise for this recipe (the sauce you find in sushi restaurants uses Japanese mayo which is made with egg yolks). I like Vegenaise but choose whichever vegan mayo is your favorite.
    Sriracha sauce - find it in the International aisle or condiment aisle in the grocery store or order it online.
    How spicy? - start with 1 tablespoon of sriracha and build the heat to your specific taste (we like 3 tablespoons). Note: the more sriracha you add, the thinner your sauce will be.
    Soy sauce - depending on the type and Brand of soy sauce (tamari), you may want to add another teaspoon (or more) of soy sauce.
    Storing Spicy Mayo - it keeps well in the fridge in a jar for 10 days.

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