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Homemade Japanese Mayo

A simple homemade Japanese-style mayonnaise made with pasteurized egg yolks, Dijon mustard, neutral oil, rice vinegar and lemon juice. Creamy, slightly tangy, and sweeter than standard mayo.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Course Condiment
Cuisine Japanese
Servings 8 servings

Equipment

  • Medium Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Airtight Container

Ingredients
  

Ingredients

  • 2 large pasteurized egg yolks
  • 1 3/4 teaspoonsDijon mustard
  • 1 1/2 cupsneutral-flavored oilcanola or vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoonsunseasoned rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoonfresh lemon juice
  • 1 1/2 teaspoonsgranulated sugarplus more to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoonkosher salt

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 large pasteurized egg yolks and 1 3/4 teaspoons Dijon mustard until smooth and fully combined.
  • Begin whisking vigorously and add the 1 1/2 cups neutral-flavored oil (canola or vegetable) a few drops at a time, whisking constantly so the mixture starts to thicken and form an emulsion.
  • Once the mixture is noticeably thickened and stable, continue to add the remaining oil in a very thin, steady stream while whisking continuously until all the oil is incorporated and the mayonnaise is thick and creamy.
  • Add 2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, 1 1/2 teaspoons granulated sugar plus more to taste, and 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt to the bowl.
  • Whisk until the acid, sugar, and salt are fully incorporated and taste; adjust sweetness by adding a little more sugar if desired.
  • Transfer the mayonnaise to a clean, airtight container and refrigerate. Use within a few days.

Notes

Refrigerate and use within a few days.
Use pasteurized egg yolks for food-safety (as indicated).