The BEST Egg Mayonnaise is a dish that keeps on giving, with so many options. Once you know the secret, this easy recipe will be a staple in your weekly meal planning!
A simple dish that the French never make at home. If you speak French, oeufs-mayo holds no secrets for you: This portmanteau of an appetizer is no more complicated than uniting hard-boiled eggs and mayonnaise— the former halved, the latter dolloped generously on top.
Egg Mayo Optional Add-Ins
- Bacon is a great choice – crispy streaky bacon is best. (check out my Caesar Salad recipe for the best way to cook crispy bacon)
- Cress – a classic combo.
- Diced red onion, celery or radish – for extra crunch. Use a mandoline for perfect slices.
- Apples – for a Scandi style twist.
- I love to add chives, and included them in the recipe, but you can omit them if you prefer or add some fresh dill, parsley or finely diced spring onion instead.
- Swap regular mayo for Japanese mayonnaise like Kewpie. Made with only yolks instead of whole eggs, it is creamier with a richer and more umami flavour and can take your egg mayo sandwich to the next level.
The Best Egg Mayo Sandwich
Egg Mayo is a classic sandwich filling which often gets a bad rep! I personally love it, and think it is such a versatile dish that can be used in many ways!
Eggs are a great addition to a healthy diet and a perfect way to make an easy, protein-rich meal.
And it’s not egg mayonnaise without the mayo. I personally prefer classic Hellman’s for this recipe, but whatever you keep to hand will be great. You can use light or vegan mayo if you like, or even Greek Yoghurt (or half-half) but this will alter the flavour.
If you love a classic sandwich filling then be sure to check out my recipe for the Best Chicken Mayo Sandwich and Tuna Crunch Sandwich Filling.
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FAQ
Can I eat egg and mayonnaise together?
Do people eat mayo on eggs?
Why add mayo to scrambled eggs?
What condiments go well with eggs?
Can you make egg mayo with homemade mayonnaise?
Use homemade mayonnaise for the ultimate egg mayo recipe! Season sparingly with salt and pepper. Seasoning added at the end of cooking is much more overpowering that when added during cooking. Remember – you can always add more, but you can’t take it out. Don’t need 4 servings of egg mayo? Use the ratio of 1 egg to 1 tbsp of mayonnaise per person.
Can mayonnaise be used instead of eggs?
Yes, you can replace eggs with mayonnaise in recipes. You can use 3 tablespoons of mayonnaise for each egg. Mayonnaise is a good substitute for adding moisture to your brownies or other baked goods, as it is made of eggs and oil, which make them soft and moist.
When to add mayonnaise to eggs?
On when to add the mayonnaise, Alton says you should incorporate it with the eggs before they start cooking. He adds one teaspoon of mayonnaise and one teaspoon of water before scrambling the eggs. He also uses a spatula instead of a wooden spoon to fold the mixture carefully.
Can you make egg mayo a day in advance?
Egg mayonnaise can be made up to a day in advance. For best results, keep refrigerated and consume within 2-3 days. You can boil the eggs up to 1 day in advance before making your egg mayo. Just cool them completely and store covered in the fridge until needed. If you’re making homemade mayonnaise, it will keep for about 2-3 days in the fridge.