Mayonnaise

This vibrant Cajun-style mayonnaise is far superior to store-bought jars, offering a rich, creamy texture with a bold, aromatic punch. By blending fresh egg yolks with high-grade vegetable oil, you create a luxurious emulsion that serves as the perfect base for sandwiches, seafood, or dips. The addition of minced garlic and fresh green onions provides a sharp, herbal freshness, while Tabasco sauce and lemon juice deliver a bright, tangy heat that cuts through the richness. It&# 226;ÂÂs incredibly easy to make in a food processor, requiring just a few minutes of your time. This versatile condiment adds a homemade touch to any meal, whether you are slathering it on a po'boy, mixing it into potato salad, or using it as a dip for fried vegetables.

Cuisine: Cajun

Courses: Sauces & Condiments

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 2

Calories: 210.2

Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian

Description

This vibrant Cajun-style mayonnaise is far superior to store-bought jars, offering a rich, creamy texture with a bold, aromatic punch. By blending fresh egg yolks with high-grade vegetable oil, you create a luxurious emulsion that serves as the perfect base for sandwiches, seafood, or dips. The addition of minced garlic and fresh green onions provides a sharp, herbal freshness, while Tabasco sauce and lemon juice deliver a bright, tangy heat that cuts through the richness. It&# 226;ÂÂs incredibly easy to make in a food processor, requiring just a few minutes of your time. This versatile condiment adds a homemade touch to any meal, whether you are slathering it on a po'boy, mixing it into potato salad, or using it as a dip for fried vegetables.

Ingredients

2 whole Egg yolks
4 whole Shots tabasco sauce
1 teaspoons Salt
1 x Juice of 1/2 lemmon
1 whole Garlic clove, minced
2 cups High-grade vegetable oil
1/2 cups Green onions, chopped fine

Directions

1
Place the egg yolks, minced garlic, salt, lemon juice, and Tabasco sauce into the bowl of a food processor or blender.
2
Pulse the mixture briefly to combine the wet ingredients and ensure the garlic is evenly distributed.
3
With the machine running, slowly drizzle in the vegetable oil in a very thin, steady stream to create a stable emulsion.
4
Continue adding the oil until all of it has been incorporated and the mayonnaise has thickened significantly.
5
Fold in the chopped green onions by hand or pulse briefly until just combined.
6
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lemon juice if desired, then serve immediately or refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2

Amount Per Serving
Calories 210.2kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 13.5g21%
Saturated Fat 3.7g19%
Cholesterol 540.0mg180%
Sodium 4908.9mg205%
Total Carbohydrate 12.8g5%
Dietary Fiber 1.0g4%
Sugars 3.3g
Protein 9.9g20%

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

Keywords: mayonnaise, homemade, cajun, garlic, lemon, tabasco, egg yolks, green onions, emulsion, condiment, creamy, spicy, dip, sauce, food processor, blender, vegetable oil, fresh, zesty, quick

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