Vegan Aquafaba Mayo - Blender Recipe - Seitan Beats Your Meat (2024)

This egg free and vegan aquafaba mayo is made in a blender and can be used for sandwiches, salads, and dressings. The aquafaba has similar properties to egg whites and emulsifies with the oil when blended.

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When aquafaba became a "thing" back in 2015, I tried a recipe for aquafaba mayo. It didn't work and it took me years to try my hand at it again. Looking back, the blender speed probably wasn't low enough and I probably added the oil in too fast.

I'm glad I tried again because now I make aquafaba mayo all the time, and it's WAY cheaper than buying store bought mayo. It probably costs less than 50 cents to make a batch, in part because the main ingredient, aquafaba, normally gets poured down the drain.

I certainly did not invent aquafaba mayo, but this is my take on it. Most other aquafaba mayo recipes are made with an immersion blender, but I wanted a recipe that could be made in a regular blender, mostly because I don't own an immersion blender.

Emulsifying the oil and aquafaba correctly requires drizzling the oil slowly at the right blender speed, so it can take some trial and error to get right. If you mess up the first time, it's totally normal, and luckily you can try again with the messed up batch. If you mess up more than once, you can repurpose the mixture into a sauce or salad dressing so you don't have to waste it.

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🧂 Ingredients

Aquafaba

The star ingredient of this recipe, aquafaba is the liquid from a can of chickpeas. It can be used like egg whites in cooking and baking, most famously in vegan meringue. In this recipe, it emulsifies with the oil to make mayonnaise, which is how traditional mayo is made.

If you're new to cooking and baking with aquafaba, you can learn more about it and try some other aquafaba recipes here.

Canola or Vegetable Oil

You can use any kind of neutral oil for this recipe. Oils with a stronger flavor like olive oil will overpower the mayo, so I wouldn't recommend using them. If you like the flavor of olive oil in mayo, you can replace some of the neutral oil with olive oil (maybe ¼ cup), but not all of it.

Mustard

A small amount of mustard adds color and flavor to the mayo. I like to use spicy brown mustard, but any kind will do.

White Vinegar

The vinegar in this recipe adds the subtle tanginess of the mayo. You can use apple cider vinegar if you prefer, but I like white vinegar since the apple cider flavor can taste out of place in mayo.

Black Salt

Black salt, orkala namak, is actually pink in color and is used in cooking for it's sulfur-like flavor. In small amounts, it can mimic the flavor of egg, so I use it in vegan egg dishes like tofu scramble, the tofu "egg" in my Vegan Fried Rice with Tofu Egg, and in this aquafaba mayo.

Traditional mayo contains egg yolks, so the black salt can add a bit of that flavor. It can be overpowering if you add too much, so if you'd like your mayo to be a little saltier, you can add some regular salt and just use the black salt for the eggy flavor.

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🔪 Instructions

Combine the aquafaba, ¼ cup of the canola oil, mustard, vinegar, and black salt in a blender. Blend for 30 seconds on low speed.

Continue blending on low speed while very slowly drizzling in the remainder of the canola oil. Once the mixture thickens, stop right away. You may not need to use all of the oil.

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Transfer to a glass jar and store in the fridge until ready to use.

💭 Tips

  • It's very important to pour the canola oil in slowly, and at a slow speed. If you pour too fast, the mayo will not thicken. A good rule of thumb is to drizzle in the oil at the rate of about ¼ cup per minute.
  • If you mess up, you can try again. Simply start over with the recipe up to the oil drizzling step, then drizzle ¾ cup of the "fail mayo" into the container instead of ¾ cup oil.

🍶 Storage

The mayo will keep for 2-3 weeks in a covered container in the refrigerator. When in doubt, do a sniff test.

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❌ Troubleshooting

The mayo won't thicken

Usually this means the speed of the blender is too fast or you're adding the oil too fast. As I mentioned above,drizzle in the oil at the rate of about ¼ cup per minute.

I use a Blendtec blender on speed 1 or 2, the lowest settings. Each blender cycle runs for 50 seconds. I drizzle in about ¼ cup of the oil per cycle, and the mayo usually thickens during the third cycle.

The mayo thickens, but then collapses and liquifies

Once the mayo is thick, immediately stop adding oil. You may not need to use all of the oil.

If you stopped adding oil after the mayo thickens and it still collapses, like when you're scooping it from the blender, it's possible that oil dripped in the mayo (like from the blender cover). Remove the blender cover right away after the mayo thickens to prevent this.

The mayo is not thick enough

The consistency of the finished aquafaba mayo may vary from batch to batch for a variety of reasons like the speed of the blender, how fast you add the oil, and small variations in the ingredient amounts. Most of these things are impossible to replicate each time, but once you've made the recipe a few times, you'll know how slowly to add the oil and the exact moment to stop.

Even if the finished batch isn't as thick as you'd like, you can still use it in recipes like Vegan Potato Salad, Vegan Ranch Dressing, or to make a creamy sauce (I recommend making some Chipotle Sauce—it's the best for burgers, salads, nachos, and dipping fries!).

I've tried more than once and the recipe just isn't working!

I promise, the recipe works! But it can be tricky and take some practice to get it right, so don't be discouraged if it takes a few tries to get the hang of it.

Don't toss the mayo fail just yet! You can salvage the mixture by turning it into a creamy vinaigrette salad dressing. Add vinegar, salt, pepper, and spices to taste.

🎥 Video

🥗 How to Use

I'm sure you know how to use mayo, but here are some of my favorite recipes that use this aquafaba mayo. Since homemade mayo doesn't have as long of a shelf life as store bought mayo, you may want to use up the batch in a recipe.

The classic way to use mayo! I recommend using fresh dill and parsley if you can get your hands on fresh herbs. Since potato salad calls for a large quantity of mayo, using store bought mayo can be pretty expensive, so you'll save some cash using homemade aquafaba mayo.

Vegan Ranch Dressing

I live in the Midwest and love a good ranch dressing! Use it on salads, as a veggie dip, or for Baked Buffalo Cauliflower (and Buffalo Cauliflower Pizza).

Black Bean Burgers with Chipotle Mayo

I've been making these bean burgers for more than 15 years! They're easy to make and call for ingredients you probably already have, like veggies and pantry staples. More recently, I've been serving them with my Chipotle Sauce recipe, which you can find in the post. It's a copycat recipe for Native Foods' Chipotle Sauce (FYI, they'll give you extras of any sauce at no extra charge).

📖 Recipe

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Vegan Aquafaba Mayo (Blender Recipe)

Yield: 1 cup

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 5 minutes

This egg free and vegan aquafaba mayo is made in a blender and can be used for sandwiches, salads, and dressings. The aquafaba has similar properties to egg whites and emulsifies with the oil when blended.

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup aquafaba
  • 1 cup canola oil, divided
  • ½ teaspoon spicy brown mustard
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • Pinch of black salt (kala namak)

Instructions

  1. Combine the aquafaba, ¼ cup of the canola oil, mustard, vinegar, and black salt in a blender.
  2. Blend for 30 seconds on low speed.
  3. Continue blending on low speed while very slowly drizzling in the remainder of the canola oil, about ¼ cup per minute. This can take 2-3 minutes (this is 2-3 50 second Blendtec blender cycles on speed 1 or 2).
  4. Once the mixture thickens, stop right away. You may not need to use all of the oil.
  5. Transfer to a glass jar and store in the fridge until ready to use.

Notes

  • It's very important to pour the canola oil in slowly, and at a slow speed. If you're timing it, you'll add about ¼ cup oil per minute. If you pour too fast, the mayo will not thicken.
  • I use a Blendtec blender for this recipe on speed 1 or 2, the lowest speeds. Each blender cycle runs for 50 seconds and it usually takes 2-3 cycles for the mayo to thicken.
  • If you mess up, you can try again. Simply start over with the recipe up to the oil drizzling step, then drizzle ¾ cup of the "fail mayo" into the container instead of ¾ cup oil.
  • If you've tried the recipe a few times and it's still not emulsifying, you can salvage the mixture by turning it into a creamy vinaigrette salad dressing. Add vinegar, salt, pepper, and spices to taste.
  • The mayo will keep fro 2-3 weeks in a covered container in the refrigerator.

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Nutrition Information:

Yield: 16Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
Amount Per Serving:Calories: 121Total Fat: 14gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 10mgCarbohydrates: 0gFiber: 0gSugar: 0gProtein: 0g

All nutritional information presented within this site are intended for informational purposes only. I am not a certified nutritionist and any nutritional information on seitanbeatsyourmeat.com should only be used as a general guideline. This information is provided as a courtesy and there is no guarantee that the information will be completely accurate. Even though I try to provide accurate nutritional information to the best of my ability, these figures should still be considered estimates.

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FAQs

Why won't my aquafaba mayonnaise thicken? ›

When you make mayo, you want to add the oil drop by drop at first. I know it takes time, but trust me, adding the oil slowly helps the emulsification process. Add it too quickly, and your mayonnaise may never thicken, leaving you with a mess. You can also use an immersion blender to make this vegan mayo recipe.

Why isn t my vegan mayo emulsifying? ›

If your soy milk is fridge cold and your oil is room temperature, the mixture will refuse to emulsify, which is the process that makes mayonnaise thick and creamy. Be sure to let all your ingredients come to room temperature before starting.

Why is my homemade vegan mayo runny? ›

To sum up, if mayonnaise doesn't set or is too runny, there are two main reasons: the ingredients haven't been properly dosed or cold ingredients have been used. Either way, no need to worry: it's not too late to save your sauce.

How long can you keep vegan mayo in the fridge? ›

The vegan mayo should be light, creamy, and opaque. That's it! Store the vegan mayo in an airtight container or Mason jar in the fridge for up to two weeks. Enjoy!

What to do if aquafaba is not whipping? ›

The trick to whipping aquafaba is using a hand or stand mixer! Whisking it by hand takes quite a long time and does not produce as good of results. Another trick is to throw in 1/8-1/4 tsp cream of tartar, which causes the aquafaba to whip up much easier, faster, and makes the peaks firmer.

How do you stabilize aquafaba? ›

Use cream of tartar.

So if your recipe doesn't call for it, make sure to add a pinch or two of cream of tartar for better whipping results. Cream of tartar is key to stable whipped aquafaba. Just 1/8 teaspoon per 2 tablespoons aquafaba does the trick.

What to do with mayo that won't emulsify? ›

How to fix a broken mayo:
  1. In a new container or bowl, crack an egg and mix with an immersion blender or whisk.
  2. While blending or whisking, slowly add the broken mayo. Do this step VERY slowly! Once it starts to thicken, you can start adding more at once. Blend until all is incorporated.
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What is the emulsifier in vegan mayo? ›

This vegan mayo follows a similar recipe. To make it egg-free, we're simply replacing egg yolks with aquafaba, the liquid from a can of chickpeas. Aquafaba: It's a common egg substitute because it can be whipped up to create volume. Oil: The oil is the main emulsifier in our vegan mayonnaise recipe.

Is vegan mayonnaise inflammatory? ›

Vegan mayo can also be a good source of healthy fats, depending on the type of oil used. For example, avocado oil is high in monounsaturated fats, which can help reduce inflammation and lower cholesterol levels.

How to thicken aquafaba? ›

Because thin aquafaba needs to be whipped fiercely to achieve peaks, a powerful stand mixer really is the best tool for the job — don't even try to whip with a whisk. A hand mixer can work if that's all you have, but you might not get the same consistency that a stand mixer will give.

Does lemon juice thicken mayonnaise? ›

Cold eggs will often result in mayonnaise that does not thicken. Always add the lemon juice first. Lemon juice helps break down the protein in the egg yolks so they emulsify better. Egg yolks contain a natural emulsifier — lecithin — which helps thicken sauces and bind ingredients.

How to thicken up a vegan sauce? ›

While you can't add butter to vegan dishes, you can still use flour to add some substance to watery sauces. All types of flour work well for thickening, including wheat flour, coconut flour, and chickpea flour. However, you should keep the flavor of your dish in mind when choosing a thickening agent.

Can you freeze veganaise? ›

Vegenaise may remain unrefrigerated (up to room temperature) for 24 hours. However, it is recommended you store Vegenaise on the door of your refrigerator, or anywhere in the refrigerator away from the fan. It should never be frozen. If Vegenaise is stored too cold, the emulsion can break, and separation can occur.

Is vegan mayo healthy? ›

It contains much less saturated fat and cholesterol, from the whole “not using eggs aspect” alone. Vegan mayo is a helpful, healthy alternative to the classic, and I really do stand by my assertion that the taste is almost exactly the same. You'd need some super-human taste buds to tell the difference.

What are the ingredients in Hellmann's vegan mayonnaise? ›

Canola Oil, Water, Soybean Oil, Sugar, Distilled Vinegar, Salt, Contains 2% or Less of Each of the Following: Modified Food Starch (Corn, Potato), Lemon Juice Concentrate, Natural Flavor, Calcium, disodium EDTA (Used to Protect Quality), Paprika Oleoresin.

How to thicken chickpea mayo? ›

If you'd already made it and needed to do it needed to add it to thicken but probably the thickness is doing a little bit more whipping maybe a little bit more oil into it or using the aquafaba which would probably be my first suggestion because you know, the oil it can adds a lot to it in the aquafaba just actually ...

How do you thicken aquafaba sauce? ›

Because of its high starch content, aquafaba is a natural thickening agent. If your soup, broth, or stock is too watery, simply pour in the aquafaba and let it simmer. After just a few minutes, you will see aquafaba work its magic as your recipe thickens.

How do you thicken egg mayonnaise? ›

Adding another raw egg yolk and whisking the mixture once again may be all you need to fix your homemade mayonnaise. This works because egg yolk is the ingredient that acts as the glue and helps the whipped oil stay in that light and creamy mayo state.

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