Description
Creamy homemade tartar sauce elevates seafood dishes with its zesty blend of tangy mayonnaise, crisp pickles, and bright herbs. Fresh ingredients and simple preparation make this classic condiment a delightful companion for fish, shrimp, and coastal cuisine you can quickly whip up at home.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) minced dill pickles
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons minced fresh dill
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
Acidic Component:
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, finely chopped dill pickles, freshly chopped dill, zesty lemon juice, and aromatic onion powder until ingredients are thoroughly blended.
- Ensure a smooth, consistent texture by stirring the mixture carefully, making sure all components are evenly distributed.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator for a minimum of 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to harmonize and intensify.
- Remove from refrigerator just before serving, giving a quick stir to reincorporate any separated ingredients.
- Serve chilled alongside grilled fish, crispy seafood, golden french fries, or as a delectable dipping sauce for fresh vegetables.
Notes
- Finely mince the dill pickles to ensure a smooth, consistent texture throughout the sauce.
- Let the sauce sit in the refrigerator for at least an hour to allow the ingredients to blend and intensify the taste.
- Adjust the lemon juice and dill to suit your personal preference, creating a perfectly balanced tartar sauce.
- Use vegan mayonnaise for a plant-based version that’s just as creamy and delicious.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg