Description
This homemade tartare sauce recipe is a simple and flavorful condiment perfect for pairing with seafood, sandwiches, or as a tangy dip. Made from creamy whole-egg mayonnaise combined with finely diced gherkins, capers, red onion, fresh herbs, lemon juice, and seasoning, this tartare sauce is fresh, zesty, and easy to prepare. Its quick assembly and fresh ingredients make it a versatile and refreshing addition to many dishes.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1½ cups (375 g) whole-egg mayonnaise (see note 1 for gluten-free)
- 1 tbsp gherkins (dill pickles), finely diced
- 1 tbsp capers, finely diced
- 1 tbsp finely diced red onion
- 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh dill (or fresh parsley if preferred)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- ½ tsp sea salt flakes
- ½ tsp cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Add the mayonnaise, finely diced gherkins, capers, red onion, fresh herbs, lemon juice, sea salt, and cracked black pepper into a mixing bowl.
- Mix Thoroughly: Stir all the ingredients together until well combined, ensuring an even distribution of flavors and textures in the sauce.
- Taste and Adjust: Sample the tartare sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding extra salt, pepper, or lemon juice to suit your preference.
- Store Properly: Transfer the sauce into a jar or airtight container, then refrigerate for up to 3 days until ready to serve, allowing flavors to meld even further.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, ensure the mayonnaise used is certified gluten-free.
- Fresh dill can be substituted with fresh parsley according to taste preferences.
- The sauce keeps well refrigerated for up to 3 days; discard if left longer for food safety.
- This sauce pairs excellently with fried fish, seafood, or as a spread on sandwiches.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Western
Keywords: tartare sauce, homemade tartare sauce, easy tartare sauce, seafood sauce, condiment, gluten-free tartare sauce
