Texas Green Chilli Mayonnaise

5m
Prep Time
5-10m
Cook Time
10m
Ready In

Recipe: #29318

April 08, 2018



"From a free promotional booklet from our fish monger. Times and serves are estimated."

Original is 5 servings
  • FOR GREEN CHILLI MAYONNAISE

Nutritional

  • Serving Size: 1 (403 g)
  • Calories 381.6
  • Total Fat - 15 g
  • Saturated Fat - 2.2 g
  • Cholesterol - 332.8 mg
  • Sodium - 2254.5 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate - 26 g
  • Dietary Fiber - 1.3 g
  • Sugars - 9.1 g
  • Protein - 35.9 g
  • Calcium - 163.3 mg
  • Iron - 1.2 mg
  • Vitamin C - 20.8 mg
  • Thiamin - 0.1 mg

Step by Step Method

Step 1

TO MAKE THE MAYONNAISE - heat a small fry pan over high heat and cook chillies stirring for 5 to 10 minutes or until charred and then discard stalks and roughly chop.

Step 2

Place chillies, garlic, sugar, lime zest and juice, coriander and sou sauce into the bowl of a small food processor and process for 1 to 2 minutes or until finely chopped.

Step 3

Stir through mayonnaise and serve with buckets of prawns on ice.

Tips


No special items needed.

Editorial Notes

The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.


  • If using fresh shrimp, make sure to devein and peel before cooking.
  • If using canned green chillies, make sure to drain them before adding to the recipe.

  • Substitute ginger root with horseradish for a spicier flavor. The benefit of this substitution is that it adds more heat to the mayonnaise, which creates a more flavorful dish. The thinking behind this substitution is that horseradish is a great way to add a kick of heat to any dish.
  • Substitute lime with lemon for a more tart flavor. The benefit of this substitution is that it adds more acidity to the mayonnaise, creating a more balanced flavor. The thinking behind this substitution is that lemon is a great way to add a tart flavor to any dish.

Spicy Chipotle Mayonnaise Replace the green chillies with 2 chipotle peppers, add 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika, and reduce the brown sugar to 1 teaspoon. Process for 1 to 2 minutes or until finely chopped and stir through mayonnaise.



Crispy Coconut Rice: This delicious and easy-to-make side dish is the perfect accompaniment to the Texas Green Chilli Mayonnaise. The crispy coconut rice offers a sweet and nutty flavor that pairs perfectly with the spicy mayonnaise. The crunchiness of the rice also provides a nice contrast to the creamy mayonnaise.


Grilled Corn Salsa: This fresh and flavorful salsa is the perfect accompaniment to the Texas Green Chilli Mayonnaise. The sweetness of the grilled corn pairs perfectly with the heat of the mayonnaise, creating a delicious balance of flavors. The salsa also provides a nice crunchy texture that contrasts with the creamy mayonnaise.




FAQ

Q: How long should I cook the chillies for?

A: Cook the chillies for 5 to 10 minutes or until charred.



Q: What type of chillies should I use?

A: Use fresh chillies such as jalapeno, serrano, or habanero for the best flavor.

1 Reviews

Daily Inspiration

Made this tasty dipping sauce today to go with some oven-roasted shrimp. I made a few minor changes -- used less chili (1 jalapeno less membrane and seeds), and little less cilantro. Otherwise, I made as directed and it turned out really well.

4.0

(27 May 2018)

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Fun facts:

Fun Fact 1: Green chillies are native to Central and South America and were brought to the United States by Spanish settlers in the 16th century. Today, they are an essential ingredient in Tex-Mex cuisine.

Fun Fact 2: The late celebrity chef Anthony Bourdain was a fan of Texas Green Chilli Mayonnaise, and it was a staple in his kitchen. He often used it as a condiment to accompany his dishes.