Homemade Chipotle Lime Mayonnaise (Printable)

Creamy, smoky mayo infused with chipotle and lime. Elevates tacos, sandwiches, and grilled veggies.

# What You'll Need:

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

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Combine egg yolk, Dijon mustard, lime juice, white wine vinegar, and sea salt in a medium mixing bowl. Whisk until mixture is smooth and homogenous.
02 - Slowly add neutral oil while whisking constantly, starting with a few drops at a time. Once mixture begins to thicken, continue adding oil in a thin, steady stream while whisking vigorously until fully emulsified and thick.
03 - Fold in chopped chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, minced garlic, and lime zest. Whisk until evenly incorporated.
04 - Taste and refine seasoning with additional lime juice or sea salt according to preference.
05 - Transfer sauce to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • This mayo is secret-level magic for upgrading anything bland—no one expects homemade, and the chipotle makes it unforgettable.
  • The silky texture with a smoky kick became a must-have at our backyard summer cookouts.
02 -
  • If you rush pouring the oil, the mayo will split and turn soupy—trust me, a slow hand is your best friend.
  • Letting the finished mayo chill before serving really unlocks the chipotle heat and lime freshness.
03 -
  • If your mayo splits, whisk in another yolk to magically bring it back together.
  • A dash more lime juice at the end makes the flavors sing without overpowering the smoke.
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