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Close-up of creamy homemade tartar sauce recipe in a glass jar, with visible dill and capers.

Classic Tartar Sauce


  • Author: ferecipe.com
  • Total Time: 10 min
  • Yield: 1.5 cups 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A simple and quick recipe for homemade tartar sauce, perfect for seafood.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped dill pickles
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, chopped dill pickles, chopped onion, chopped parsley, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard.
  2. Stir until all ingredients are well combined.
  3. Season with salt and black pepper to your preference.
  4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

  • For a creamier sauce, use full-fat mayonnaise.
  • You can adjust the amount of pickles and onion to your liking.
  • Fresh dill can be used instead of parsley for a different flavor profile.
  • Prep Time: 10 min
  • Cook Time: 0 min
  • Category: Condiment
  • Method: No Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 2g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg

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