Mayonnaise: a new view at sauce

Mayonnaise is a separate piece of culinary art. It has long become one of the top three international spices alongside mustard and ketchup. And not in vain, because it is not only a nutritious product in itself, but, what is important, contributes to the easy assimilation of food. Therefore, it is quite rightly considered an indispensable dressing for many dishes.

Let’s take a look at what modern mayonnaise is made of.

Mayonnaise usually contains the following ingredients:

– vegetable oil is the basis of any mayonnaise product;

– egg yolk – used as an emulsifier in order to obtain the desired consistency of the sauce;

– vinegar – used as a pH regulator and flavoring;

– spices and flavorings such as sugar, salt, mustard;

– stabilizers – thickeners for mayonnaise with fat content <70 %;

– colorants, such as beta-carotene (provitamin A), paprika extract, curcumin.

When all of these are mixed together, it creates a thick, creamy sauce.

Is there a place for mayonnaise in a healthy diet?

If you follow a healthy diet, then most likely you are interested in the question: can mayonnaise be part of a healthy diet? Our answer is yes!

Three little-known facts about the health benefits of mayonnaise:

1. Heart health and cholesterol control.

The American Heart Association recommends replacing saturated fats with monounsaturated or polyunsaturated fats, stating that “consumption of omega-6 polyunsaturated fatty acids reduces the risk of coronary heart disease”.

Omega-6 is a polyunsaturated fatty acid that helps maintain optimal blood cholesterol levels by supporting normal heart function. It is not produced by our body on its own and must certainly come from food. Omega-6 is found in sunflower, corn and other vegetable oils and products based on them, such as Olkom mayonnaise.

2. Vitamins and minerals.

Mayonnaise is rich in vitamins K, E, B4 (choline) and minerals such as potassium, selenium and sodium.

Selenium fights the aging process and helps the immune system by reducing free radical damage. Vitamin E has a beneficial effect on the condition of the skin – it slows down aging and increases elasticity, is good for hair and nails, and potassium will preserve your strength and improve metabolism.

3. Better absorption of nutrients.

Many vitamins and minerals such as vitamins A, D, E and K are fat-soluble. This means that they need fat in order for them to be absorbed and you can get all the beneficial properties from them. The high content of healthy fats and vitamin E in mayonnaise means that eating it in moderation will help you absorb all of these important nutrients from your food.

At the same time, the fat content in mayonnaise is less than in sunflower or olive oil, which, in our opinion, are associated with a healthy diet. Vegetable oil is 100 % fat. And in mayonnaise and mayonnaise sauces, the amount of fat varies from 15-72 %. The same goes for calories. Therefore, mayonnaise can be part of a healthy diet if consumed in small amounts. According to the American Heart Association’s Science-Based Healthy Eating Plan, you can eat 1 tablespoon of quality mayonnaise per day.

How to choose a quality mayonnaise?

We will reveal to you a few secrets that you should pay attention to when choosing a high-quality and healthy mayonnaise:

1. Composition.

First of all, you need to pay attention to the presence of eggs in any form (raw eggs, egg yolk, egg powder) and vegetable oil in the composition: without these ingredients, it is impossible to make real mayonnaise.

2. Fat content.

As opposed to mayonnaise sauce, which can have a fat content of 15% and more, the fat content of real mayonnaise should not be lower than 50 %, and traditional Provencal mayonnaise has a fat content of 67 %.

3. Consistency.

High-quality mayonnaise has a smooth dense texture without grains, air bubbles and liquid on the surface. Too thick texture of mayonnaise indicates a high starch content, too thin – a lot of water.

4. Color.

The color of the mayonnaise depends on its composition. A palette from white to creamy yellow is possible, the main thing is that it is uniform.

5. Shelf life.

The shorter the shelf life of mayonnaise, the less preservatives it contains. Olkom classic mayonnaises – Kievsky 72 % and Provencal 67 % have a shelf life of only 45 days!

6. Packaging.

When choosing a package, you need to pay attention to its strength, convenience, the presence of the necessary labeling (including manufacturer’s data, composition and sell-by date), as well as the amount (volume) of the product inside.

Olkom products

In our production we follow the best traditions and time-tested recipes. Our products are distinguished not only by variety, but also by high quality and meet all state and European standards.

Olkom classic mayonnaise

They have been sales leaders for many years. Customers love them for their thick consistency, rich taste and impeccable quality. They are produced without the use of stabilizers, preservatives and GMOs. They contain only classic ingredients: environmentally friendly sunflower oil with a high content of healthy fatty acids Omega-6, Omega-9, vitamin E, egg yolks and spices.

Kyivskyi 72 % – has a rich taste and thick creamy texture. Suitable for baking, preparing salads, snacks and sandwiches.

Provansal 67 % is a true standard of «Provencal» taste. Suitable for dressing salads, soups, making healthy snacks and sandwiches.

For those who carefully take care of their health and their families, keep fit and generally lead a healthy lifestyle, the Olkom Style and Smachno Yak Zavzhdy lines of mayonnaise and mayonnaise sauces with different fat content have been developed.

Olkom Style mayonnaises and sauces

European Style 72 % – has the taste and consistency of freshly homemade mayonnaise.

Provencal Style 67 % – its traditional «Provencal» taste and consistency are perfect for any dish.

Kids Style 67 % – does not contain colorants, flavors and starch, therefore it is completely safe for a growing body.

Georgian Style 53 % – with a strong aroma and taste of adjika and chili pepper – the embodiment of the harmony of the taste of the traditions of Georgian cuisine.

American Style 50 % – with an original recipe and grill flavor, an excellent companion to burgers, hot dogs or shawarma.

Vegetarian Style 50 % – mayonnaise sauce without animal products, suitable for vegetarian and diet food.

Fitness Style 50 % – has a reduced calorie content and goes well with vegetable dishes.

Salad Style 30 %  – a low calorie mayonnaise sauce suitable for dietary meals.

Smachno Yak Zavzhdy mayonnaise and sauces

Mayonnaise 67 %  – has a creamy texture and classic taste. We recommend using it during the preparation of first and second courses, for dressing salads.

Mayonnaise sauce 30 % – a low-calorie sauce that does not contain animal products, an indispensable ingredient for lean dishes.

Smachno Yak Zavzhdy 30 % – does not contain animal products and is suitable for vegetarian and diet food.

Smachno 15 % – low fat sauce with the rich creamy taste.

All Olkom mayonnaise and mayonnaise sauces can be ordered in bulk at an affordable price from the manufacturer. Fast delivery across Ukraine.