Description
This creamy homemade tartar sauce is a quick and easy condiment made from mayonnaise, fresh herbs, pickles, and lemon juice. Perfect for pairing with seafood dishes, sandwiches, or as a flavorful dip, this sauce combines the tanginess of capers and dill with the zesty brightness of lemon for a classic and refreshing taste.
Ingredients
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Sauce Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons chopped dill pickles
- 1 tablespoon fresh chopped dill
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon chopped capers (optional)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Finely chop the dill pickles, fresh dill, and parsley. If using capers, chop them as well to ensure they incorporate evenly into the sauce.
- Combine Mayonnaise: In a mixing bowl, add 1 cup of mayonnaise as the creamy base for the tartar sauce.
- Add Herbs and Pickles: Stir in the chopped dill pickles, dill, parsley, Dijon mustard, and capers until well mixed, creating a homogenous mixture.
- Add Lemon Juice: Pour in the lemon juice to add brightness and acidity; mix thoroughly to balance the flavors.
- Season: Season the sauce with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, adjusting to your preference.
- Chill: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the tartar sauce for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld beautifully.
Notes
- For a smoother sauce, pulse the ingredients briefly in a food processor instead of chopping by hand.
- Adjust the amount of lemon juice based on your desired tanginess.
- Use fresh herbs whenever possible for the best flavor and aroma.
- Store the tartar sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within 5 days for optimal freshness.
- Capers are optional but add a nice briny flavor; they can be omitted for a milder sauce.
