Category: Condiment
Mayo, short for mayonnaise, is a thick, creamy condiment typically made from oil, egg yolks, vinegar or lemon juice, and seasonings. It is commonly used as a spread on sandwiches, a base for salad dressings, and a dip for fries or vegetables. Mayo adds a rich and tangy flavor to dishes and helps to bind ingredients together. It is a versatile and popular condiment in many cuisines around the world.
Flavor Profiles:
- Rich
- Creamy
- Slightly Tangy
What goes with Mayo:
- Cheese –
- Chicken –
- Salads – Mayo is often used as a base for creamy salad dressings, adding a luscious mouthfeel and tangy flavor to leafy greens and vegetable mixes.
- Bread – Bread pairs well with mayo because the creamy texture and tangy flavor of the mayo complements the soft, neutral taste of the bread.
- Lettuce –
- Onion –
- Seafood – Mayo-based sauces, like tartar sauce or remoulade, pair well with seafood, adding moisture, creaminess, and tangy flavors.
- Salt –
- Pepper –
- Crab Cakes – Mayonnaise helps bind crab meat together in crab cakes, also adding moisture and a tangy taste.
- Tomato –
- Coleslaw – Mayo-based coleslaw dressings add a tangy and creamy contrast to the crunchy cabbage and carrot mix.
- Celery –
- Potato Chips – Their salty and crunchy texture provides a nice contrast to mayonnaise’s creamy smoothness.
- Sandwiches – Mayo’s creamy texture and mild flavor complements various sandwich fillings, acting as a binding agent and adding moisture.
- Fried Chicken – Mayonnaise can be used as a marinade for fried chicken, helping to tenderize the meat and adding a subtle flavor.
- Potato Salad – Mayo is a key ingredient in potato salad, providing a rich, creamy base that complements the potatoes and various seasonings.
- Pickles – The tangy, salty, and sour taste of pickles pairs well with the rich and creamy taste of mayonnaise.
- Deli Meat –
- Deviled Eggs – Mayo’s mild flavor and smooth texture contribute to the classic deviled eggs’ rich and creamy filling.
- Tuna Salad – Mayonnaise is traditionally used as a binder in tuna salad, adding creaminess and a tangy taste.
- French Fries – Mayo, particularly in the form of aioli or garlic mayo, provides a rich and tangy contrast to crispy french fries.
- Grilled Cheese Sandwich – Mayonnaise can be used instead of butter for grilling, and its tangy flavor complements the gooey cheese.
- Tortilla –