Can I use low fat greek yogurt to substitute mayo in sauce that is going to be heated up (broiled)?

Can I use low fat greek yogurt to substitute mayo in sauce that is going to be heated up (broiled)? - Chips Hamburger and Ketchup 

I'm planning on making like a crab dynamite crusted salmon. Usually, the dynamite sauce is made with kewpie mayo or regular mayo. I try to stay away from mayo, so I thought about subbing the mayo for low fat greek yogurt. But, is it okay to heat greek yogurt up? Because I plan on putting the crab mixture on top of the salmon and broiling it but I wasn't sure if heating greek yogurt would cause some issues? I don't normally cook with it.



Best Answer

The yogurt will most likely separate and become watery under the broiler. Perhaps Mascarpone would be a good alternative. I use it whisked with a little half & half and a pinch of salt. It holds together better than mayo or other substitutes and doesn't overwhelm the flavor.




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Quick Answer about "Can I use low fat greek yogurt to substitute mayo in sauce that is going to be heated up (broiled)?"

Greek yogurt can bring a thick, creamy texture to recipes like egg salad, chicken salad, or tuna salad. You can also use it in place of mayonnaise to boost the nutritional value and flavor of your favorite homemade salad dressing recipes.

Can you use Greek yogurt in place of mayonnaise?

Here's a trick we use often as a mayonnaise substitute: substitute \xbd to 2/3 of the original mayo quantity with Greek yogurt! The Greek yogurt cuts the calories back but keeps the recipe creamy. This works great in mayo-based salads like Classic Tuna Salad, Classic Egg Salad or Classic Shrimp Salad.

Can you heat Greek yogurt to make a sauce?

The sauce tends to get very thick - almost solid - after being chilled, just add 1 tablespoon of water or milk and heat it up in the microwave, then stir til smooth and serve!

Can I substitute nonfat Greek yogurt for mayonnaise?

You can substitute Greek yogurt for mayonnaise in a one-to-one ratio. "Greek yogurt tends to have a thicker consistency than mayo, but it still works in almost every recipe," Ella Davar, RD, CDN, tells LIVESTRONG.com.

Can you substitute Greek yogurt for mayo in a casserole?

Unflavored Yogurt Lemon or vanilla Greek yogurt complements chicken salad and many sandwiches without adding too much sweetness. Mix yogurt with flour or cornstarch when using it to replace mayonnaise in baked casseroles.



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