Homemade Chipotle Lime Mayonnaise (Printable View)

Creamy tangy mayo with chipotle and lime, perfect for Mexican-inspired dishes and easy homemade sauces.

# Ingredient List:

→ Base

01 - 1 large egg yolk, room temperature
02 - 1 cup neutral oil (canola, sunflower, or light olive oil)
03 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
05 - 1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
06 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt

→ Flavorings

07 - 1 to 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
08 - 1 teaspoon adobo sauce
09 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
10 - Zest of 1 lime

# How to Make:

01 - Whisk together egg yolk, Dijon mustard, lime juice, white wine vinegar, and sea salt in a medium mixing bowl until smooth.
02 - While whisking continuously, slowly drizzle in the oil starting with a few drops. Continue to add oil in a thin, steady stream, whisking vigorously, until thickened and emulsified.
03 - Add chopped chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, minced garlic, and lime zest. Whisk until evenly blended.
04 - Taste and refine with additional lime juice or salt as required.
05 - Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for a minimum of 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • This mayo is like a secret handshake for your tacos, sandwiches, and roasted veggies.
  • The smoky heat and zesty lime wake up anything you drizzle it on—no more bland bites.
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  • If you rush the oil, your mayo will split and turn soupy—I’ve had to start over more than once.
  • Letting it rest in the fridge makes the smoky lime flavor sing, so patience pays off every time.
03 -
  • Use a chilled bowl for extra stability when whisking—especially on hot days.
  • Try zesting the lime directly over the bowl so every aromatic oil lands inside.
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