Kewpie Mayonnaise Recipe (Japanese Mayo)
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Inspired by Okonomi Kitchen by Lisa Kitahara

Saved by @mathasus (@mathasus)

1servings

Makes 1 servings

    Kewpie Mayonnaise Recipe (Japanese Mayo)
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    Add the egg yolks, Dijon mustard, rice vinegar, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt and MSG to a tall jar just slightly wider than the head of your immersion blender.

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    Pour the oil over top.

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    Place the immersion blender at the very bottom of the jar.

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    Blend without moving the blender for 10–15 seconds, until a thick white mayonnaise forms around the blade.

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    Slowly lift the blender to incorporate the remaining oil.

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    Continue blending until smooth, thick, and creamy.

    7

    Taste and adjust seasoning to your liking.

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    In a medium bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, Dijon mustard, salt, sugar, MSG, and rice vinegar until smooth.

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    While whisking constantly, add the oil a few drops at a time until the mixture begins to thicken and emulsify.

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    Once emulsified, slowly drizzle in the remaining oil in a thin, steady stream while whisking continuously.

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    Continue whisking until all of the oil has been incorporated and the mayonnaise is thick, smooth, and glossy.

    12

    Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

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    Add the egg yolks, Dijon mustard, rice vinegar, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and MSG to the bowl of a food processor. Process for 10-15 seconds until smooth and well combined.

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    With the food processor running, very slowly drizzle in the oil through the feed tube. Start with just a few drops at a time until the mixture begins to emulsify.

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    Once the mayonnaise starts to thicken, gradually increase the oil to a thin, steady stream while continuing to process.

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    Continue processing until all of the oil has been incorporated and the mayonnaise is thick, smooth, and creamy.

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    Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.