Ecuadorian Mayo

In May, MDS and I spent an amazing 10 days in Ecuador, visiting Quito and the Galapagos Islands. Our trip brought us many new experiences, including enjoying terrific food. Expect to find some posts here featuring Ecuadorian dishes in the near future. This first recipe is a simple condiment that is frequently served alongside many meals: Ecuadorian Mayo. It can be used as a dip, a spread, a sauce, or salad dressing and adds a fresh flavor to any dish or snack.

Ecuadorian Mayo is mayonnaise that has been dressed up with seasonings including cilantro, cumin, onion, garlic, and lime juice. You could make your own mayo or just start with store bought mayo. While enjoying this mayo in Ecuador, I was not sure just what seasonings were in it. I think the combination of cilantro and cumin with the fresh flavor of lime juice give this mayo its zest. This mayo is easy to make, so give it a try.

Ecuadorian Mayo 

• 1 cup mayo
• 1-2 cloves garlic
• 2 Tbsp. dried minced onions
• 1/2 bunch cilantro
• 1/2 tsp. cumin
• 2 Tbsp. lime juice

Place mayo, garlic, onion, cilantro, and cumin in a food processor. Blend until all ingredients are well blended. Add lime juice. Blend again. Enjoy!