Recipe for Spicy Mayo | 3 Ingredients, 1 Minute

Name: Recipe for Spicy Mayo (3 Ingredients, 1 Minute)
Prep time: 1 min
Total time: 1 min
Ingredients: 1 cup mayonnaise; 1/4 cup sriracha hot chili sauce; juice of 1 lime

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This recipe for spicy mayo comes together in just 1 minute with 3 simple ingredients and tastes just like the creamy, spicy sauce you get at your favourite sushi spot.

If you’ve ever found yourself absolutely demolishing a spicy salmon roll mostly because of that bright orange sauce drizzled all over it… same. And the best part? Homemade spicy mayo is ridiculously easy to make with mayonnaise, sriracha, and fresh lime juice.

It’s creamy, tangy, perfectly spicy, and good on way more than just sushi. Drizzle it over burger bowls, slather it onto sandwiches, spoon it over shrimp tacos, or use it as a dip for crispy chicken fingers and french fries. Once you have a jar in the fridge, you’ll suddenly want it on absolutely everything.

bowl of orange sauce with two halved limes on the side

And while I’ll never stop loving a smoky chipotle mayo, this spicy mayo recipe is the one I make most often because it’s fast, versatile, and somehow makes even the simplest meals feel way more exciting.

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✳︎ Why You’ll Love This Spicy Mayo

Ready in 1 minute with 3 pantry-friendly ingredients.
Creamy, tangy, and perfectly balanced with just the right kick.
Better than store bought and easy to customize.
Incredible on sushi, burgers, tacos, sandwiches, bowls, and fries.
Keeps well in the fridge for quick meals all week long.

What You’ll Need for This Spicy Mayo Recipe

ingredients for spicy mayo - mayo, sriracha and lime

You only need 3 simple ingredients to make this creamy, spicy sauce at home. Chances are, you already have everything sitting in your kitchen right now.

Mayonnaise: The base of the sauce and what gives spicy mayo that rich, creamy texture. For the best flavour, use a good quality mayonnaise. Store bought works great, but if you’re feeling a little extra, homemade mayo takes it over the top.
Sriracha: Adds the perfect balance of heat, tang, and a subtle garlicky flavour. Sriracha is spicy without being overwhelming, which is what makes it so good in this recipe. Want it milder? Start with less and adjust to taste.
Fresh Lime Juice: Brightens everything up and balances the richness of the mayo and the heat from the sriracha. It adds just the right amount of tangy freshness to keep the sauce from tasting too heavy.

Find the full ingredient list and exact measurements in the recipe card below.

side view of spicy mayo in a bowl, mayo, sriracha and halved limes in the background

Key Tips for the Best Spicy Mayo

Use good quality mayo. Since this recipe only uses 3 ingredients, the quality of your mayonnaise really does make a difference. A rich, creamy mayo will give you the best flavour and texture.
Adjust the heat to your liking. I personally love the balance of spice in this recipe as written, but it’s super easy to customize. Add less sriracha for a milder sauce or a little extra if you like more heat.
Fresh lime makes a big difference. Freshly squeezed lime juice brightens the whole sauce and balances the richness of the mayo beautifully. Bottled lime juice works in a pinch, but fresh tastes noticeably better here.
Make it your own. This spicy mayo is easy to customize with extra flavour boosters like sesame oil, chili oil, honey, garlic powder, cayenne, or toasted sesame seeds. A little goes a long way.

spoonful of spicy mayo over a bowl of the rest of it, limes in the background

Ways to Use Spicy Mayo

One of the best things about this spicy mayo recipe is just how versatile it is. Once you make a batch, you’ll start finding excuses to put it on absolutely everything.

Sushi and Rice Bowls. This creamy, spicy sauce is a natural match for sushi rolls, poke bowls, salmon bowls, and rice bowls. Try drizzling it over this chicken rice bowl or spooning it onto salmon cakes with fresh salmon for an easy flavour boost.
Burgers and Sandwiches. Spicy mayo instantly levels up burgers, sandwiches, and even breakfast sandwiches. It’s especially good slathered onto these easy ground beef burgers or used as a creamy topping for these beef brisket sandwiches.
Tacos and Wraps. The tangy heat from spicy mayo works so well with tacos, wraps, and anything a little crispy or smoky. Try it with these crispy ground beef tacos or drizzle it over steak and brie tacos for something a little different.
Fries or as a Dipping Sauce. Honestly? This might be my favourite way to use it. Serve spicy mayo as a dip for crispy potato wedges, jicama fries, chicken wings, chicken tenders, or pretty much anything you’d normally dunk into sauce. It also makes a great partner for Utah’s famous fry sauce.

chicken tender dipping into a bright orange dipping sauce, more tenders surrounding

Frequently Asked Questions

This spicy mayo recipe is made with just 3 simple ingredients: mayonnaise, sriracha, and fresh lime juice. The mayo makes it creamy, the sriracha adds heat and tang, and the lime brightens everything up with a fresh pop of acidity.

At its core, yes! Most spicy mayo recipes are simply a mix of mayonnaise and sriracha. In fact, spicy mayo and sriracha mayo are often used interchangeably since sriracha is the ingredient that gives the sauce its signature spicy kick. I like adding fresh lime juice to balance the richness and give the sauce a little extra freshness and zing.

Absolutely. If you prefer a milder sauce, start with less sriracha and add more to taste. A little extra lime juice can also help balance out the heat without watering down the flavour too much.

Definitely! While sriracha gives this spicy mayo its classic flavour and creamy orange colour, you can easily swap in your favourite hot sauce instead. Chipotle hot sauce, sambal oelek, chili garlic sauce, buffalo sauce, or even a smoky hot sauce all work well here. Just keep in mind that different sauces will slightly change the flavour and heat level.

Stored in an airtight container in the fridge, spicy mayo will last as long as the mayonnaise you use to make it. If using homemade mayo, it’s best enjoyed within about 2 weeks. Store bought mayo will typically last closer to a month. Just give it a quick stir before serving.

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Recipe for Spicy Mayo (3 Ingredients, 1 Minute)

This recipe for spicy mayo is creamy, tangy, and perfectly spicy with just 3 simple ingredients. Ready in 1 minute and better than store bought!

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Ingredients

1 cup mayonnaise (homemade or store bought)
¼ cup sriracha hot chili sauce
juice of 1 lime

Instructions

In a bowl, add the mayonnaise, sriracha sauce, and freshly squeezed lime juice.
Using a spoon, fork, or whisk, stir until well combined. Use immediately or store in an airtight container or jar.

Notes

Use a good quality mayonnaise for the creamiest texture and best flavour. Since there are only 3 ingredients, it really makes a difference.

Fresh lime juice gives this spicy mayo its bright, tangy flavour. Bottled lime juice works in a pinch, but fresh tastes noticeably better.

Start with less sriracha if you’re sensitive to spice. You can always add more after tasting.

Store spicy mayo in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks if using homemade mayo or about 1 month if using store bought mayonnaise. Give it a quick stir before serving.

Want to switch things up? Try adding a little sesame oil, honey, or garlic powder for extra flavour.

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Once you see how fast and easy this homemade spicy mayo is to make, you’re going to want a jar of it in your fridge at all times! If you make it, I’d love to hear about it. Be sure to tag @HipHipGourmet on Instagram so I can see your spicy mayo creations!