Delectable Miso Mayo
Say hello to your new favorite condiment — miso mayo sauce! Its creamy, velvety texture and deep, umami flavors make it the perfect addition to various recipes to take them to the next level. Use it to transform ordinary dishes into something unique and extraordinary!
I’m a huge fan of sauces. They can jazz up anything from sandwiches to salads and veggies. That’s why this miso mayonnaise has become a staple in my pantry. Its taste is a perfect balance of tangy and savory, plus it adds a gourmet flair to everything I add it to. Try this miso mayo recipe to add complexity to your meals. It might just become your top-secret ingredient!
Why You’ll Love This Simple Mayonnaise Recipe
- It’s so easy to make! You don’t need to use a blender or food processor to make this mayo — just throw the ingredients together in a bowl and mix.
- The recipe uses simple ingredients.
- Miso is a good source of protein.
- This miso mayo is versatile. You can use it as a dipping sauce, a salad dressing, or a marinade!
- It pairs wonderfully with various dishes, giving them an umami-packed flavor with every drizzle.
- You can customize the recipe to suit your preferences.
Ingredient Notes
Mayonnaise: Acts as the base and provides the creamy texture of the recipe. Use store-bought or homemade mayo if preferred. If vegan, use a plant-based mayo (Follow Your Heart Vegenaise is a personal fave!).
White Miso Paste: The star ingredient! It adds a distinct umami taste that makes this mayo distinct from other sauces.
Rice Vinegar: Adds a bright, tangy taste to the miso mayonnaise. If you do not have rice vinegar, apple cider vinegar makes a great alternative.
Toasted Sesame Oil: Enhances the flavor and aroma of the sauce. Be certain to use the toasted variety of sesame oil rather than plain sesame oil for best results.
Maple Syrup: Imparts a little sweetness to balance miso’s salty, tangy taste. If not vegan, honey can be used for a slightly different flavor twist.
Garlic: Gives additional flavor to the sauce blend. If you do not have fresh garlic, use a pinch of garlic powder instead.
How to Make Miso Mayo
- Combine mayonnaise, miso paste, rice vinegar, sesame oil, maple syrup, and garlic in a small bowl, whisking until the mixture is smooth and cohesive.
- Use immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to one week.
- Enjoy!
How to Use Umami-Rich Miso Mayo
- Spread it on bread for sandwiches, freshly baked focaccia, or as the condiment for your wraps.
- Use it as a sauce for veggie burgers.
- As a dip for oven-baked or air-fryer fries.
- Drizzled over rice or grain bowls.
- Mix into mashed potatoes for the creamiest, most delicious miso mashed potatoes!
- As a marinade for meat substitutes (like tempeh) before grilling or roasting them.
- As dressing for potato salad.
- Tossed with veggies like sliced peppers, broccoli, cauliflower, and carrots before baking them.
Storage
Transfer unused miso mayo into a clean, airtight container before keeping it in the refrigerator. If stored properly, it can last for a week. Discard the mayo immediately if it develops an off-color, taste, or smell.
Top Tips
- We’re using white miso paste for its mild, slightly sweet flavor, but if you want something bolder or saltier, go with red miso.
- Adjust the taste if needed. Add more miso if you want it saltier, add more maple syrup if you want it sweeter, or add more vinegar if you want it tangier.
- If the miso tastes too salty, balance it with sweetness. You can use honey, agave syrup, or granulated sugar as substitutes for maple syrup.
- To avoid clumps, whisk the mayo and miso first before adding the rest of the ingredients and then mixing them together.
- If the sauce is too thick, you can thin it out with a few drops of lemon juice, rice vinegar, or even water.
- If you want your miso mayo to have extra depth of flavor, consider adding a bit of soy sauce, coconut aminos, or even nutritional yeast.
- You can also let the miso mayonnaise sit in the refrigerator for at least an hour before using it. This will give it time to allow its flavors to meld together.
More Delicious Condiment Recipes
Miso Mayo Recipe
Ingredients
- 2/3 cup mayonnaise use vegan mayo if preferred (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon white miso paste
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 clove garlic finely grated
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, miso paste, rice vinegar, sesame oil, maple syrup, and garlic until smooth and well blended.
- Enjoy right away, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.