Creamy Jamaican Honey Mustard Mayonnaise

A glass with honey mustard mayonnaise on a table top

 

Creamy Jamaican Honey Mustard Mayonnaise

Less about tradition, more about flavour! This creamy, tangy sauce is the perfect modern pairing for fried chicken and chips.

The Story Behind the Sauce

When it comes to dips and sauces, tastes evolve, and sometimes the best flavors are the newest arrivals! While some sauces evoke deep childhood memories, this Honey Mustard Mayonnaise recipe is less about nostalgia and more about modern Jamaican flavor.

It's no secret that this creamy, tangy, and slightly sweet sauce has become a massive hit across the island. These days, you'll find it proudly served alongside crunchy, golden brown fried chicken. And if you're out having a quick bite, chances are your serving of chips (fries) will be begging to be dipped in this smooth, flavorful condiment.

This recipe is our nod to that perfect pairing; a simple, creamy sauce that captures the current pulse of Jamaican quick service food. It’s wonderfully easy to make and guaranteed to elevate any fried dish you serve!

Recipe Overview

Yield: 2 cups (500ml)

Prep Time: 10 Minutes

Cook Time: 0 Minutes

Cuisine: Jamaican (Modern Adaptation)

Course: Condiment, Dip

Ingredients

  • 2 Egg Yolks (room temperature)
  • 2 tsp. Dijon Mustard
  • 1/2 tsp. Salt
  • 2 cups Vegetable Oil (neutral flavor)
  • 2 tbsp. Wine Vinegar (divided use)
  • 1/2 tsp. Black Pepper
  • 1 tbsp. Boiling Water
  • 1 tsp. Honey

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Base: In a medium bowl, thoroughly mix the egg yolks, Dijon mustard, and salt using a wire whisk.
  2. Emulsify (The Key Step): This step requires patience! While beating constantly with the wire whisk, pour the vegetable oil in a very thin, slow trickle (almost drop by drop at first). This creates the stable emulsion. This process should take about 5 minutes.
  3. Manage Thickness: If the mixture appears too thick at any point during the oil addition, add 1 tsp. of the wine vinegar to thin it out slightly before continuing to add the oil.
  4. Finish & Season: Once all the oil has been fully incorporated and the mixture is thick and creamy, add the remaining wine vinegar (if any is left), black pepper, the 1 tbsp. of boiling water, and the honey. Stir everything together until smooth.
  5. Adjust and Serve: Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning (salt, pepper, or honey) if needed. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Nutritional Information (Estimated)

*Note: This is an estimate based on ingredients. For exact values, professional analysis is required.

Serving Size: 1 tbsp. (approx. 15ml)

Calories: 85

Total Fat: 9g

Total Carbohydrates: 1g

Protein: 0g

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