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Kewpie Mayo
Rich, creamy, and tangy with a pronounced umami savoriness and a slightly sweet, eggy finish.
Lens analyzedKewpie is a Japanese-style mayonnaise made with only egg yolks, rice or apple cider vinegar, and a higher oil-to-acid ratio than Western mayo, producing a richer, creamier, and tangier condiment. It is used as a dressing, dipping sauce, and ingredient across Japanese home cooking and street food.
Where it comes from
Kewpie mayonnaise was created in 1925 by Toichiro Nakashima, who modeled it on American mayo but used egg yolks alone and rice vinegar for a richer, tangier result, naming it after the Kewpie doll. It is now widely stocked in North American Asian markets and increasingly in mainstream grocery stores.
Buying it
Sold in its iconic soft squeeze tube with the Kewpie doll logo; look for the original Japanese import for the fullest flavor.
Storing it
Refrigerate after opening and use within a month; the soft tube allows you to push out air, which helps extend shelf life.
Keeps about 1 year in the pantry.
Out of kewpie mayo? Good swaps
General cooking guidance — always check the labels on the products you use. Listahan’s allergen checks run automatically when you plan a recipe in the app. Not medical advice.
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Common questions about kewpie mayo
What can I use instead of kewpie mayo?
Good swaps include Regular mayonnaise + rice vinegar dash, Homemade yolk-only mayo. Each behaves a little differently — see the swaps above for notes, and always check labels for allergens.
How do I store kewpie mayo?
Refrigerate after opening and use within a month; the soft tube allows you to push out air, which helps extend shelf life. It keeps about 1 year in the pantry.
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