5-Minute Smoked Paprika Mayo Sauce
This smoked paprika mayo sauce comes together super easily, taking just 5 minutes from start to finish and made with only 5 ingredients. This smoky mayo pairs perfectly with a variety of foods, whether drizzled on top of fish or shrimp tacos, served with chicken wings or nuggets, or used as a dip for fries or tater tots. Just blend the ingredients together in a food processor or blender, and you're ready to enjoy a flavorful sauce that adds a smoky kick to any dish.
Servings 8 tablespoons
Equipment
- A small food processor or blender
Ingredients
- ½ cup mayo
- 1 tbsp lime juice (either bottled or from ½ a small lime)
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Use measuring cups and spoons to measure out the ingredients with then add them to a small food processor or blender. Place the lid on and blend gently until the ingredients start to combine (10-15 seconds).
- Stop the blender and use a spatula or other utensil to scrape the edges and get any stuck bits of spices or mayo off the sides. Put the lid back on and blend again until everything is well mixed (no more than 30 seconds).
- Use the sauce immediately or store in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Notes
If you don't have a small food processor or blender you can place the ingredients in a medium bowl and combine them with a whisk.