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Serrano Mayo

By Chris Morocco
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Photo by Marcus Nilsson

A spicy, tangy option for anyone who loves to put mayo on burgers.

Recipe information

  • Total Time

    15 minutes

  • Yield

    Makes 8 servings

Ingredients

4 serrano chiles, seeded, chopped
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons hot sauce

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Mix chiles and salt in a small bowl; let sit 10 minutes. Mix in mayonnaise and hot sauce.

    Step 2

    DO AHEAD: Serrano mayo can be made 3 days ahead. Cover and chill.

TagsSauceCondimentSerrano ChileChileVegetableDairy FreeGluten FreeNut FreeVegetarian5 Ingredients or FewerQuickEasy30 Minutes or LessMake AheadNo-CookBon Appétit
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