A Creamy, Flavor-Packed Sauce Everyone Will Love

Curry Mayo — also known as Curry Aioli Dip — is a creamy, aromatic, and slightly spicy sauce that instantly elevates fries, sandwiches, chicken, shrimp, and roasted vegetables. With only a handful of simple ingredients, this dip transforms regular mayonnaise into something bold, warm, and irresistible.

This recipe is inspired by the popular homemade version that blends curry powder with garlic, honey, and lemon juice for the perfect balance of warmth, sweetness, acidity, and creaminess.

Ingredients

This recipe makes about 4 servings.

½ cup mayonnaise
2½ teaspoons curry powder (mild, medium, or hot depending on your preference)
1 small clove garlic, crushed
(or ½ teaspoon garlic powder if fresh isn’t available)
2 teaspoons honey
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

How to Make Curry Mayo

1. Combine the ingredients

In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, curry powder, garlic, honey, and lemon juice.

2. Mix until smooth

Stir until fully blended and the sauce becomes creamy with a rich golden color.

3. Rest for 30 minutes (optional but recommended)

Letting the sauce rest allows the flavors to meld and intensify.

4. Serve and enjoy

Use it immediately as a dip or spread it over your favorite dishes.

Why This Sauce Works So Well

✔ Perfectly Balanced Flavors

The curry powder provides warmth and depth, while the garlic adds complexity. Honey softens the spices with a delicate sweetness, and lemon juice brings acidity that brightens the entire sauce.

✔ Extremely Versatile

You can use this sauce as a dip for fries, a spread for sandwiches, or a topping for chicken, shrimp, potatoes, and more.

✔ Ready in 5 Minutes

No cooking, no blending, no hassle — just mix in a bowl.

✔ Customizable Spice Level

Use mild curry powder for a subtle flavor or a spicy curry powder like Madras curry if you prefer more heat.

Tips for the Best Curry Mayo

Choose the right curry powder

Different curry powders taste different.

Mild curry powder → Yellow, softer taste.
Madras curry powder → Stronger, deeper flavor with more spice.

Sweetness is adjustable

Add more or less honey depending on how sweet or bold you want the sauce.

More acidity?

A few extra drops of lemon juice can lighten the sauce.

Vegan version

Replace mayonnaise with vegan mayo and honey with agave syrup.

Make it thinner

Add ½ teaspoon of water or lemon juice for a lighter, drizzle-style sauce.

How to Use Curry Mayo

This sauce is incredibly versatile. Here are the best ways to enjoy it:

🍟 As a dip

French fries
Sweet potato fries
Potato wedges
Onion rings
Chicken tenders
Breaded shrimp
Tater tots

🍔 As a spread

Chicken burgers
Fish sandwiches
Veggie burgers
Turkey wraps
Grilled chicken sandwiches

🥗 As a topping

Roasted vegetables
Baked potatoes
Air-fried vegetables
Deviled eggs (for a twist)

Storage

Store in an airtight container.
Keep in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
If using homemade mayo, consume within one week.

Letting it rest overnight deepens the flavor even more.

Flavor Variations

Here are three delicious ways to modify this sauce:

1. Spicy Curry Mayo

Add:

½ teaspoon cayenne pepper or chili flakes
½ teaspoon smoked paprika

2. Garlic Curry Aioli