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Mayonnaise: what it is, how to pick and store it
An emulsion of oil, egg yolk and vinegar or lemon juice: the base of creamy dressings, slaws and sandwich spreads.
How to pick it
Full-fat for dressings and baking; light versions have more water and starch.
How to store it
Refrigerate it after opening and keep it cold.
| Food | Fridge (40°F) | Freezer (0°F) |
|---|---|---|
| Store-bought mayonnaise, opened | 2 months | Don't freeze |
- Don't leave it out of the fridge for more than 2 hours (1 hour above 90°F). (USDA FSIS, Danger Zone)
Out of mayonnaise? What to use instead
- Plain Greek yogurt: The same amount. Tangier and lighter; a bit looser.
- Egg-free (vegan) mayo: The same amount. Very close.
- Sour cream: The same amount. Tangier and less rich.
- Mashed avocado: The same amount. Green and fresh-tasting; browns after a few hours.
Mayonnaise: cups to grams
| Measure | Grams |
|---|---|
| 1 cup | 220 g |
| ½ cup | 110 g |
| ⅓ cup | 73 g |
| ¼ cup | 55 g |
| 1 tablespoon | 14 g |
| 1 teaspoon | 4.6 g |
Weights from USDA FoodData Central. Mayonnaise on the cups-to-grams chart
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Pick and store tips are in our own words. Storage times and safe temperatures are only shown where a U.S. government source gives them, named on each line; for anything not listed here, see USDA's FoodKeeper app.