Cajun Mayo Recipe
User Reviews
5
46 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
12 tablespoons
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Calories
35 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
North American
Cajun Mayo Recipe
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This Cajun Mayo Recipe combines simple mayonnaise, Cajun seasoning, and Tabasco sauce to create a spiced condiment with a smooth and creamy texture. The mixture benefits from a 30-minute resting period, which allows the spices to meld and the flavors to deepen. It delivers a mildly spicy and aromatic mayo that enhances sandwiches, dips, or grilled dishes with its balanced Cajun profile.
Description
The Cajun Mayo Recipe features mayonnaise flavored with homemade or store-bought Cajun seasoning and a hit of Tabasco sauce for warmth. After mixing, chilling the mayo for 30 minutes is crucial to soften the spices and let the seasonings infuse fully, avoiding any gritty texture and achieving a consistent flavor. The homemade Cajun seasoning includes paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, thyme, oregano, salt, pepper, and cayenne, offering a well-rounded spice blend. This sauce can be stored refrigerated for up to 10 days and used as a versatile accompaniment.
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Ingredients
- ¾ cup mayonnaise can be light
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning recipe in notes
- 1 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
Instructions
- Add the mayo, Cajun seasoning, and Tabasco sauce to a small bowl.
- Mix until well combined and then put the bowl into your fridge for 30 minutes. (See notes.)
- Either serve the mayo or store it in a sealed jar in your fridge for up to 10 days.
Notes
- Allow the Cajun mayo to rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes for optimal flavor infusion and smoothness.
- Use homemade Cajun seasoning as detailed or substitute with your favorite brand to suit your taste.
- Store the mayo in a sealed jar in the fridge and consume within 10 days for best freshness.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1 tablespoon
Calories
35kcal
(2%)
Carbohydrates
2g
(1%)
Protein
0.1g
(0%)
Fat
3g
(5%)
Saturated Fat
0.5g
(3%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
(12%)
Monounsaturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Trans Fat
0.01g
(1%)
Cholesterol
2mg
(1%)
Sodium
125mg
(5%)
Potassium
18mg
(0%)
Fiber
0.2g
(1%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
298IU
(6%)
Vitamin C
0.3mg
(0%)
Calcium
2mg
(0%)
Iron
0.1mg
(1%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 12tablespoons
Amount Per Serving
Calories 35 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 tablespoon | |
| Calories | 35kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.1g | 0% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5g | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 2mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 125mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 18mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.2g | 1% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 298IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 0.3mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 2mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.1mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
46 reviews
Excellent
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