Japanese Mayo

When people refer to Japanese mayo they are talking about one specific brand of mayonnaise – Kewpie Mayo. The mayonnaise is sold in a soft clear plastic bottle with a red squeeze cap and has a kewpie doll as a logo.

What is Japanese Mayo?

Kewpie mayo is sweet and fruity, has a hint of umami and an assertive eggy taste. It’s a less sweet version of Miracle Whip and has a richer flavor than the original Spanish mayonnaise. It’s light yellow in color and the consistency is thicker than regular mayo.

Ingredients:

Eggs Dashi Powder Dijon Mustard Vinegar Sugar Salt Grapeseed Oil

Directions:

Put all the ingredients, except for the grapeseed oil, in a food processor and mix well until dissolved. Slowly add the oil while continuously mixing until the oil has emulsified. Transfer the Japanese Mayo to a storage container, and refrigerate it.

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