Mayonnaise

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Servings: 1 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Creamy, tangy homemade emulsion perfect for sandwiches and salads
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Mayonnaise

Author: chefs-mate Cooking Method: Cuisine: Courses:
Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 1 Calories: 549.8

Description

Crafting your own mayonnaise is a rewarding culinary skill that yields a superior product to store-bought alternatives. This classic emulsion relies on just a few simple ingredients: fresh egg yolks, a neutral salad oil, and a bright acid like lemon juice or vinegar. The result is a luxuriously smooth, creamy sauce with a vibrant tang that enhances everything from simple green salads to hearty sandwiches. Making it from scratch allows you to control the texture and flavor profile, ensuring a fresh taste without preservatives. It is an essential condiment for any home cook, perfect for elevating everyday meals into something special. Keep it refrigerated and use within a week for the best quality and food safety.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Separate the egg yolk from the white and place the yolk in a medium mixing bowl.
  2. Add a pinch of salt and a few drops of lemon juice or vinegar to the yolk.
  3. Begin whisking the yolk vigorously with a rotary beater or hand whisk until it becomes slightly thick and pale.
  4. While continuing to whisk constantly, add the salad oil drop by drop to start the emulsification process.
  5. Once the mixture begins to thicken, you can increase the stream of oil to a very slow trickle, ensuring it incorporates fully before adding more.
  6. Continue adding the remaining oil gradually while whisking steadily until the mayonnaise is thick and creamy.
  7. If the mayonnaise breaks or becomes too thin, add a fresh egg yolk and whisk vigorously to re-emulsify.
  8. Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or acid as desired.
  9. Transfer the finished mayonnaise to an airtight jar or container.
  10. Refrigerate immediately and consume within one week for best flavor and safety.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 549.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 61.4g95%
Saturated Fat 9.4g47%
Cholesterol 46.6mg16%
Sodium 15.5mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 0.1g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.1g
Protein 1.6g4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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