Spicy Korean Mayo (Gochujang Mayonnaise) Recipe
Spicy Korean Mayo, also known as Gochujang Mayonnaise, is a quick and flavorful dipping sauce combining creamy mayonnaise with spicy, savory gochujang paste. This versatile condiment adds a delicious kick to fries, fried seafood, burgers, sandwiches, and tacos, perfect for those who love a spicy twist to their dishes.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Condiment
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise (regular or Japanese Kewpie mayonnaise)
- 2 teaspoons gochujang paste (adjust more for extra spice)
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon lime juice (or lemon juice; skip if using Kewpie mayo)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Add the mayonnaise, gochujang paste, garlic powder, lime juice, salt, and pepper into a mixing bowl.
- Whisk: Thoroughly whisk all the ingredients together until the mixture is smooth and the flavors are well incorporated.
- Serve: Use the spicy Korean mayo immediately as a dipping sauce for French fries, potato wedges, sweet potato fries, fried shrimp, fried chicken, and schnitzel. It also works wonderfully as a spread over burgers, sandwiches, or drizzled over tacos.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of gochujang paste to suit your spice preference; add more for extra heat.
- If using Japanese Kewpie mayonnaise, you can skip the lime or lemon juice since Kewpie is more tangy.
- This sauce is best served fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
- Gochujang paste is a Korean fermented chili paste, readily available in Asian grocery stores or online.
