Paleo Spicy Mayo
Elevate your condiments game with this rich, creamy, and flavorful Paleo Spicy Mayo recipe that’s perfect for adding a kick to any dish—all while staying diet-friendly! Made with wholesome ingredients like avocado oil, fresh lemon juice, and smoky spices such as paprika and cayenne pepper, this homemade mayo is both paleo-approved and bursting with bold flavors. Crafted in just 10 minutes using a simple emulsification technique, this recipe guarantees a velvety-smooth texture without any added preservatives. Ideal for everything from topping burgers to dipping sweet potato fries, this spicy condiment is a versatile crowd-pleaser that you'll want to keep on hand. Plus, its clean ingredient list and easy preparation make it a must-try for health-conscious foodies and spice lovers alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large Egg yolk
- 1 cup Avocado oil
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
1. In a medium mixing bowl, add the egg yolk, fresh lemon juice, and Dijon mustard.
2. Begin whisking the mixture together until fully combined.
3. While whisking continuously, slowly drizzle in the avocado oil, adding just a little at a time to create an emulsion. This step is key to achieving the creamy texture of the mayo.
4. Once all the oil has been incorporated and the mixture has thickened, stir in the garlic powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and salt.
5. Taste the mayo and adjust the seasoning to your preference if needed.
6. Transfer the spicy mayo to a clean, airtight container and store it in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2002 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 222.1 g | 285% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.6 g | 163% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 184 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 717 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 5.7 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.4 g | ||
| Protein | 3.7 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 35 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 133 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
