Paprika Mayonnaise
This smoked paprika mayo sauce comes together in less than 5 minutes from start to finish and is made with no more than five ingredients (all of which are pantry staples). This creamy, smoky, and tangy condiment pairs perfectly with a variety of foods! Whether used to dip your fries or drizzled on top of shrimp tacos, the possibilities (and versatility) are endless. All you need is a bowl and a spatula!
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Are you ready for the condiment you didn’t know you were missing out on? Introducing…. Paprika Mayonnaise!
This Paprika Mayonnaise recipe came about after trying a version at a burger joint in Madison. Theirs was so good, I had to try and re-create it at home. One thing I knew right away I wanted to change… was to add a bit more tang to cut that fattiness of the mayo. My version uses only pantry ingredients making it easier to whip up on a whim. I also decided to add some of my favorite Asian staples to the flavor of this Paprika Mayo Dipping Sauce Recipe.
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About the ingredients
Japanese mayonnaise adds that tang I wanted this dip. Japanese Mayonnaise is far more readily available in grocery stores (even Walmart has it) than it used to be. If you can’t find it, replace it with a 1:1 ratio American mayonnaise plus ¼ teaspoon rice wine vinegar
Smoked paprika is the star of the show! The smokiness amps up the flavor vs uses sweet paprika.
Garlic and onion powder help emphasize the paprika. It added a dimension to the dip.
Sriracha chili sauce adds heat, which is why it’s optional. We like a little spice in ours, but omit it if it’s not for you.
Making this Paprika Mayonnaise
Making this dip is as easy as ONE (add all the ingredients) TWO (mix them up) THREE (serve it with whatever you want)!
This is a five-minute TOPS recipe. The longest part will be collecting your ingredients.
Storage Details
- This Paprika Mayonnaise Dip will last up to 8 days in a food storage jar or other food-safe container. I do not recommend freezing this sauce because it is mayonnaise-based.
Cooking with Kids
DISCLOSURE: These tips are generalized, and meant to be suggestive. Everything I’m sharing I do with my kids, and they are all different even within my own five. So please take these as suggestions or ideas and if you think your child needs more or less help, then go with what you and your child are comfortable with. Ultimately, you know your kids, do what YOU think is best.
*This one involves some cooking so unless you’re comfortable with them at a stove, here are a few things all kids can help with:
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Need ideas on what to serve it with? Try my patatas bravas, beer batter cheese curds, beer battered fried fish, top a burger or a chicken sandwich, or try it on top of some shrimp tacos!
Paprika Mayo
Paprika mayonnaise is a condiment that enhances any dish. It is creamy, smoky, and tangy with a hint of garlic. It pairs perfectly with fries, onion rings, and chicken fingers. You’re gonna want to add it to your list of dipping sauces immediately.
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: ¼ cup 1x
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup Japanese mayonnaise (see NOTES 1 for substitutes)
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon sriracha chili sauce (optional)
- Salt (to taste)
- black pepper (taste)
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients (except salt and pepper) in a medium bowl until completely combined.
- Taste and add Salt and freshly ground black pepper if needed.
- Cover and refrigerate until needed (see Storage Details in NOTES for details)
Equipment
13 Piece Stainless Steel Family Cutlery Picnic Utensil Set with Travel Case
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Mora Ceramics Small Mixing Bowls Set of 2 – 2.5 & 1.6 Qt (Vanilla White)
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U-Taste Silicone Spatula Set with 600 Degrees Fahrenheit Heat Resistant (Teal/Aqua Sky)
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- 1:1 ratio American mayonnaise plus ¼ teaspoon rice wine vinegar
Storage Details
This Paprika Mayonnaise Dip will last up to 8 days in a food storage jar or other food-safe container. Because it is mayonnaise-based, I do not recommend freezing it.
Nutritional Value Information
Nutrition is auto-calculated for your convenience. Where relevant, I recommend using your own nutrition calculations.
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet.2,000 calorie a day is used for general nutrition advice.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dips, Sauce
- Method: One Bowl
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Tablespoon
- Calories: 118
- Sugar: 5.3g
- Sodium: 114mg (5%*)
- Fat: 5.8g (7%*)
- Saturated Fat: 0.9g (4%*)
- Carbohydrates: 16.6g (6%*)
- Fiber: 3.3g
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