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Sriracha mayo drizzled over a poke bowl

Creamy and spicy two-ingredient sauce

Sriracha Mayo

Sriracha Mayo

2 minEasy

Prep Time

2 min

Cook Time

0 min

Total Time

2 min

Servings

8

1/2 cup

Difficulty

Easy

Cost

Budget

$

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Sriracha Mayo

Creamy and spicy two-ingredient sauce

A creamy, spicy condiment that combines the heat of sriracha with rich mayonnaise. This addictive sauce takes seconds to make and elevates burgers, sushi, and poke bowls.

2m

Prep Time

0m

Cook Time

2m

Total Time

8

Servings

Easy

Difficulty

Budget $

Cost

Asian CuisineSide DishGluten-Free
Sarah Chen
Sarah Chen

January 7, 2024(Updated April 12, 2026)

Sriracha mayo is the ultimate shortcut sauce—two ingredients whisked together for a spicy, creamy condiment. Add lime juice and garlic to take it from simple to extraordinary.

Why This Recipe Works

The fat in mayonnaise tempers the heat of sriracha while carrying its garlicky, vinegary flavor. This balance makes it more versatile than either ingredient alone.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp sriracha sauce
  • 1 tsp fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp sesame oil
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. 1

    Add mayonnaise and sriracha to a small bowl.

  2. 2

    Squeeze in lime juice and add garlic powder and sesame oil.

  3. 3

    Whisk everything together until smooth and evenly combined.

  4. 4

    Taste and adjust sriracha for more heat or mayo for less.

  5. 5

    Transfer to a squeeze bottle or jar and refrigerate until ready to use.

Serving Suggestions

Ways to Serve This Dish

  • Serve over steamed jasmine or sticky rice

  • Pair with a side of pickled vegetables or kimchi

  • Add a drizzle of sesame oil and toasted sesame seeds for extra flavor

Substitutions

MayonnaiseGreek yogurt

Lighter and tangier, but less creamy

SrirachaGochujang (1 tbsp)

Sweeter and more fermented flavor

FlavorPantry

Test Kitchen Pick

Gochujang

Helpful Pantry Staple

Why the gochujang matters

Gochujang is doing more than adding heat here. It brings sweetness, depth, and that distinctive Korean fermented-chile backbone.

This is the pantry ingredient that gives the recipe its real personality.

  • Adds heat and fermented depth
  • Useful across Korean sauces and marinades

A solid tub of gochujang opens up far more than one recipe.

Shop gochujang for this recipe

Tips & Storage

Pro Tips

  • Start with less sriracha and add more to taste—you can always add heat but not remove it.

  • Kewpie mayo gives the creamiest, most umami-rich result.

Storage

Refrigerate in a sealed container for up to 1 week.

Reheating

Serve cold. Stir well before each use.

Nutrition Facts

Per serving (8mg) · 8 servings

Calories100
LowModerateHigh

A light, low-calorie option · based on a 2,000 cal daily diet

Protein0g
Carbohydrates11g
Fat1g
Fiber190mg
Sugar0g
Sodium0g

Nutritional values are approximate and may vary based on specific ingredients and preparation methods.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use another hot sauce?
Sambal oelek, gochujang, or any chili garlic sauce works great.
Is this the same as spicy mayo at sushi restaurants?
Very similar—sushi bars often use Kewpie mayo with sriracha or togarashi.

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Sarah Chen

About Sarah Chen

Sarah Chen is a professional recipe developer and food editor with over a decade of experience in test kitchens and food media. She trained at the Culinary Institute of America before spending six years developing and testing recipes for national food publications, where she honed her ability to translate restaurant techniques into approachable home cooking. At RecipePool, Sarah leads recipe development, ensuring every dish is tested at least three times for clarity, accuracy, and genuine deliciousness. When she is not in the kitchen, she is browsing farmers markets and collecting vintage cookbooks.

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