5 Easy Sauces to Elevate Your Menu — Using Hellmann’s Extra Heavy Mayo

In today’s fast-paced kitchens, foodservice operators need ingredients that perform under pressure—and Hellmann’s Extra Heavy Mayonnaise delivers. This bulk-format mayo is designed to withstand the rigors of back-of-house demands while offering unmatched creaminess and flavor.

Whether you're building better sandwiches, enhancing wraps, or drizzling over bowls, a few simple sauces made from this high-performing base can add signature flair to your menu without extra labor or cost.

Here are five batch-friendly sauces to take your menu from standard to standout—all using Hellmann’s Extra Heavy Mayo.

What Is Hellmann’s Extra Heavy Mayo?

Hellmann’s Extra Heavy Mayonnaise is a foodservice staple built for consistency, stability, and flavor. Thicker than standard mayo, it’s specifically formulated for high-volume, high-performance kitchens. This product:

· 🥄 Holds up in heat (ideal for warm sandwiches and grilled items)

· 🧂 Maintains structure in dips, dressings, and bound salads

· 🧊 Reduces wateriness over time in cold holding

· 🔄 Prevents separation in sauces and emulsions

With its ultra-creamy texture and rich taste, it provides a versatile base that eliminates the need for extra thickeners, binders, or stabilizers. It saves time on prep, reduces waste, and ensures your sauces look and taste great from the first plate to the last.

No matter the service setting—fast casual, catering, deli case, or grab-and-go—Hellmann’s Extra Heavy Mayo adds professional polish to even the simplest recipes.

1. Spicy Garlic Aioli

Use on:

Fried chicken sandwiches, roasted potatoes, grilled veggies, burgers

Flavor profile:

Creamy, garlicky, and bold with a lingering kick of heat

Ingredients (1-gallon batch):

· 1 gal Hellmann’s Extra Heavy Mayo

· 1 cup garlic paste or minced garlic

· 2–2½ cups Sriracha (adjust to taste)

· 1 cup lemon juice

· Salt to taste

Why it works:

This spicy aioli delivers rich flavor and smooth texture that clings beautifully to hot, fried, or grilled items. Thanks to Hellmann’s heavy base, it won’t melt off or turn runny—even on steaming hot proteins. Ideal for operations that want to offer heat without fuss.

2. Smoky Chipotle Sauce

Use on:

Tacos, grain bowls, grilled meats, sandwich spreads

Flavor profile:

Smoky, tangy, complex, and slightly spicy

Ingredients (1-gallon batch):

· 1 gal Hellmann’s Extra Heavy Mayo

· 2½ cups chipotle in adobo (blended smooth)

· 1 cup lime juice

· ½ cup smoked paprika

· 2 tbsp kosher salt

Pro tip:

Add a drizzle of this over roasted corn or loaded nachos for a quick, flavor-forward special. The thick mayo base holds the chipotle flavor in suspension and provides a beautiful orange hue that pops on the plate.

3. Lemon Herb Mayo

Use on:

BLTs, turkey wraps, grilled seafood, veggie platters

Flavor profile:

Bright, citrusy, herbaceous, and ultra-fresh

Ingredients (1-gallon batch):

· 1 gal Hellmann’s Extra Heavy Mayo

· 2 cups chopped fresh dill

· 2 cups chopped parsley

· 2 cups lemon juice + zest

· 1 cup minced garlic

· Salt and black pepper to taste

Kitchen note:

This herb-packed mayo is perfect for cold sandwiches or salad platters. The viscosity of Hellmann’s Extra Heavy keeps herbs suspended and prevents sogginess—ideal for display cases or prep-ahead catering trays.

4. Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce

Use on:

Chicken tenders, soft pretzels, pork sliders, wraps

Flavor profile:

Sweet, tangy, and balanced with creamy depth

Ingredients (1-gallon batch):

· 3 quarts Hellmann’s Extra Heavy Mayo

· 1 quart yellow or Dijon mustard

· 1 quart honey

· 1 cup apple cider vinegar (optional, for brightness)

Why it works:

Most honey mustard dips either separate or lose their creaminess over time. Hellmann’s Extra Heavy keeps everything together, even in busy sauce stations or takeout containers.

5. Bang Bang Sauce

Use on:

Shrimp tacos, crispy tofu, fried cauliflower, egg rolls

Flavor profile:

Sweet heat with a creamy finish and bold umami

Ingredients (1-gallon batch):

· 3 quarts Hellmann’s Extra Heavy Mayo

· 1 quart sweet chili sauce

· 1 quart Sriracha

· 2 cups rice vinegar

Quick service ready:

This sauce is built for speed—no whisking mid-service, no separating in the heat lamp window. It’s as beautiful on a plate as it is in a delivery box.

Why Sauce with Hellmann’s Extra Heavy?

In foodservice, consistency is king. With Hellmann’s Extra Heavy Mayo, your sauces won’t break, your sandwiches won’t get soggy, and your prep team won’t waste time troubleshooting texture issues.

Advantages:

· Shelf-stable and easy to store

· Thick enough for dips, thin enough to drizzle

· Holds up in hot and cold applications

· Clean label ingredients with a trusted brand name

From signature sauces and custom condiments to sandwich spreads and salad toppers, one versatile product can deliver dozens of flavor variations. It’s a smart way to simplify operations while enhancing your menu.

Get Started Today

It’s time to level up your sauces—and your margins. Hellmann’s Extra Heavy Mayo is available in convenient bulk formats through FoodServiceDirect.com.

🛒 Order now and start creating sauces your customers will remember.