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mayonnaise
A thick, creamy condiment made from egg yolks, oil, and vinegar. Extremely popular in Japanese cooking.
Usage
Mayonnaise is one of the most widely used condiments in Japan. Kewpie, the best-known brand, is made with egg yolks only and tastes richer and tangier than most Western mayonnaise.
Common collocations
- マヨネーズをかける (put mayonnaise on)
- マヨネーズ味 (mayonnaise flavor)
- マヨネーズ和え (dressed with mayonnaise)
- マヨラー (mayo lover — someone who puts mayo on everything)
Forms
Often shortened to マヨ in casual speech: マヨかけて (put some mayo on it).
Etymology
From French "mayonnaise."
Related Words
Related:
お好み焼き (okonomiyaki, savory pancake)