Creamy, zingy, and zesty, this tandoori mayo sauce is a must try if you love condiments and dips. Serve it as a dip to go with your French fries, moong dal vada or naan dippers, or use it as a spread to go with your rolls and wraps.
There's just something about the spicy, smoky flavors of tandoori seasoning that will have you hooked to this wicked simple dip.
Condiments are a big part of Indian meals. Almost every curry and rice dish is paired with a side like Boondi Raita, Cucumber Mint Raita or even just a nice chutney to make things more flavorful and interesting.
And while I love trying out new condiment recipes, this time I wanted to make something simpler. Something that didn't need me to chop or blend or cut. And here we are!
Quick Look: Tandoori Mayo Sauce
- 🔪 Prep time: 5 minutes.
- ⏲️ Cook time: 0 minutes.
- 👪 Servings: 4.
- 📋 Main ingredients: Mayonnaise, tandoori masala, lemon juice.
- ♨️ Cooking method: Mix → whisk until smooth → serve or chill.
- ⭐ Difficulty: Very easy.
- 🥣 Serving ideas: Use as a dip for masala fries and chips, a spread for sandwiches and wraps, or a sauce for burgers, grilled chicken, and roasted vegetables.
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What's So Great About the Recipe?
- My favorite part about this tandoori mayonnaise is the fact that it comes together in just under 5 minutes.
- This no-cook condiment is one of my top favorites, not just because of its simplicity but also because of its versatile flavor!
- Just like jalapeno mayo, you'll be able to use this one to jazz up pretty much anything!
Recipe Ingredients
Mayonnaise: Start with any good quality mayonnaise of your choice. To make a vegetarian version, use eggless mayonnaise.
Tandoori masala: I love using my homemade tandoori masala. You could, of course, choose the store-bought version if you like to.
Mint leaves: Fresh mint leaves add a nice bit of flavor and color to the mayonnaise. Skip this if you don't have it. I love using my Air Fryer dried mint when I've run out of fresh mint.
See recipe card for quantities.
Substitutions & Variations
- To lend a bit of a smoky flavor to the mayonnaise, add some dried fenugreek leaves aka kasoori methi into the mix.
- For that tangy flavor, squeeze some fresh lemon juice or Iime juice into it and give it a good mix.
- Love the pungent taste and aroma of garlic? Add some air fried roasted garlic into the mayonnaise mixture.
How to Make Tandoori Mayo Sauce
Step 1: Get the ingredients ready.
Step 2: Add the tandoori masala and chopped mint to the mayonnaise. Mi well!
Tips & Tricks to Nail the Recipe
- Want to dial down the flavors of the mayonnaise? Cut down on the amount of tandoori masala you're adding in, or just add some more mayonnaise and give it a good mix.
- If your leftover mayonnaise has turned thick after being refrigerated, add a splash of milk to loosen it up.
- Use other spice mixes like Peri Peri Seasoning or Tajin Seasoning to create different flavors of mayonnaise.
- To lend the mayonnaise a bit of extra flavor, add some fresh minced garlic or garlic powder into the mix.
How to Use Tandoori Flavored Mayonnaise
Team up your versatile homemade tandoori mayo sauce with any of your favorite fried foods or snacks. We absolutely love pairing our all-time favorite Cashew Pakoras with this spicy and creamy mayonnaise.
I also love pairing it with my Paneer Shashlik, Curry Fries and my Spicy Jalapeno Poppers. You can also use it as a spread for your sandwiches and wraps.
The tangy and spicy mayonnaise can be a great condiment to pair with your homemade pizzas, or even drizzled on your simple salads.
Troubleshooting & FAQs
You totally can! Just use silken tofu as the base instead of the mayonnaise, and follow the rest of the recipe as is. You might want to use a hand blender to blend the tofu and get it to the creamy consistency.
Got some extra tandoori flavored mayonnaise leftover? Transfer it to a glass jar or an airtight container and refrigerate it for up to a week, if not longer.
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Tandoori Mayo Sauce
Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon tandoori masala
- 1 teaspoon mint chopped
Instructions
- Combine all the ingredients together in a small bowl and give it a good mix.
- Transfer it to a glass jar or container and store.
Notes
- Want to dial down the flavors of the mayonnaise? Cut down on the amount of tandoori masala you're adding in, or just add some more mayonnaise and give it a good mix.
- If your leftover mayonnaise has turned thick after being refrigerated, add a splash of milk to loosen it up.
- To lend the mayonnaise a bit of extra flavor, add some fresh minced garlic or garlic powder into the mix.
