This was an experiment to try to replicate the flavor of the mayonnaise I tried in Japan. On that front it was wildly unsuccessful. However it did improve my turkey sandwich. Here’s the recipe:
1/8 cup (2 tbsp) mayonnaise, I used a vegan brand
1 pinch of sugar
1 tsp grated apple, I used a nondescript stripy red-and-yellow kind with a balance of sweet and tart. Probably Gala.
1/2 tsp yellow mustard
1/8 tsp soy sauce, I used a Japanese brand
1 drop of bottled lemon juice, probably not necessary
1 pinch of sea salt
1 tiny sprinkling of onion powder
Mix well with a spoon. Makes enough for 2 sandwiches, at least
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