Miracle Whip and mayonnaise dip are used to add flavor to various recipes like sandwiches, eggs, chicken salad, pasta salads, vegetable salad, and sushi. Miracle whip offers a cheaper substitute for mayo, although they differ in ingredients and taste.
They are used as an added flavor to enhance the taste.
Miracle Whip vs Mayo
The difference between miracle whip and mayo lies in their texture, taste, and ingredients. One may be used as a replacement for another. Miracle whip contains half the calories than mayo and has a lesser proportion of vegetable oil. Mayo is greasy, thick, and less sweet than miracle whip.
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Miracle whip came into existence in 1933. It contains sugar, oil, vinegar, spices, and eggs. The miracle whip is offered at a cheaper price. It is healthy as it contains a lesser quantity of oil and a low-fat proportion.
If you want the taste of mayo and counting on fewer calories, then miracle whip is your go-to choice.
Mayonnaise or mayo is a thick, greasy dressing comprising ingredients like oil, vinegar, eggs, herbs, and lemon juice. It came into existence in 1756. Vegan mayo consists of protein such as soy and pea protein.
It is found in grocery mart and is offered as an alternative to classic mayo for the vegan public.
Comparison Table
| Parameters of comparison | Miracle whip | Mayo |
|---|---|---|
| Vegetable oil | Miracle whip contains less than 65% of vegetable oil. | Mayo contains 80% of vegetable oil. According to the FDA guidelines, mayo must contain at least 65% of vegetable oil. |
| Calories | It contains almost half of the calories as mayo. Diet-conscious people opt for it. 1 tablespoon contains 50 calories. | It contains almost double the calories of miracle whip.1 tablespoon contains around 95 calories. |
| Nature | It is cooked. | It is uncooked. |
| Sugar content | It contains added sugar with HFCS(high-fructose corn syrup). | It is less sweetened than a miracle whip. |
| Health benefit | It is considered healthy as it contains less fat and is low-calorie. | It is unhealthy as it is highly processed containing high-calorie. |
What is a Miracle Whip?
Miracle Whip was manufactured in 1933 in Chicago. It is sold across Canada and the United States. It was developed to serve as a cheaper alternative to mayo. It duplicates the texture and consistency of mayo.
It is a low-fat, low-calorie alternative and is offered at a cheaper price. It is used as a spread over sandwiches, salads, and desserts. The miracle whip is rich in sodium. It is known for its added sugar content and richness in spices.
The Miracle whip is known to consist of water, eggs, salt, vinegar, spices, paprika, HFCS, cornstarch, soybean oil, and mustard powder etc. Though each and every ingredient is not publicly disclosed.
Miracle whip offers several health benefits such as
- It is rich in vitamin K
- Intake of miracle whip helps to carry calcium to the bones
- It prevents blood clotting
- Helps fight Alzheimer
The high quantity of sodium found in miracle whip has its repercussions, some of them are
- Heart and kidney diseases
- Hypertension
- Heart strokes
- Liver damage
The presence of HFCS(high-fructose corn syrup) in miracle whip leads to degenerating health. The sugar gets stored in the liver as fat and causes damage and deterioration of metabolic health.
A good amount of intake is beneficial and provides many health benefits. But be aware of its serious health-related issues before its consumption.
What is Mayo?
Mayonnaise is a delicious and fascinating condiment. It is a thick white spread having a rich flavor and amazing taste. Mayo is made by binding the mixture of vinegar and oil with egg yolk. It uses an emulsion process, i.e., made by combining two mixtures that cannot be dissolved.
Mayo is made by mixing the two non-dissolvable liquids rapidly and eliminating any bubbles or drops formed in the process. Egg yolk, a fat emulsifier, serves as the binding agent.
FDA, Food and Drug Administration has set guidelines to be followed by companies in the production of mayo. Mayo must contain at least 65% of vegetable oil by weight.
Egg yolk, lemon juice, vegetable oil, and spices are the main ingredients of mayo. FDA also states that egg should be the only ingredient to be used as an emulsifier.
Mayo is also used as a key ingredient in sauces like tartar sauce. Homemade mayo is considered the healthiest option to go for. It is low-fat and less processed, containing a rich quantity of vitamins and minerals that provides several health benefits such as
- Promotes muscle growth
- Serves as an appetizer
- Boost immune system
But at the same time, overconsumption of mayo may lead to obesity, high cholesterol, heart problems and thus harming one’s health.
Main Differences Between A Miracle Whip And Mayo
- Miracle whip is commonly used as a salad spread, whereas mayo is used in dressings, sauces, burgers, and cakes etc.
- Miracle whip ingredients sell with a trademark restricted to kraft foods, while mayo is not a trademark restricted brand.
- Miracle whip is sweeter and spicier. On the other hand, mayo is less sweeter and spicier.
- Ingredients of miracle whip are not widely known which makes it difficult to replicate at home, whereas, mayo ingredients and recipes are widely available, making it easier for various companies to produce and sell it.
- Miracle whip is deemed to be the healthy version of mayo.
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