Cajun Mayonnaise Recipe

Spice up your seafood and sandwiches with this zesty Cajun mayonnaise! Made with a fiery kick of cayenne pepper (easily adjusted to your spice preference), this creamy condiment is best made a day ahead to allow the flavors to meld. Perfect for dipping succulent crab legs or shrimp, or spreading on your favorite po'boy or sandwich. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 534.1 kcal
Protein 16g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cajun Mayonnaise

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How to Make Cajun Mayonnaise

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons finely chopped green onions, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste), 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  2. Gently fold in 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional).
  3. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to blend.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

38 g

Sugar

68g

Fat

29g

Carbs

12g