Homemade Tartar Sauce
Homemade tartar sauce is creamy, tangy, and ready in minutes. This easy recipe beats the jarred kind and pairs with any fried or grilled seafood.
Servings 6 Servings
Ingredients
- ¾ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup minced cornichons
- 1 tbsp minced fresh dill fronds
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- ½ tsp granulated sugar
- ½ tsp kosher salt
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mix 3/4 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup minced cornichons, 1 tbsp minced fresh dill fronds, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp lemon zest, 1/2 tsp granulated sugar, and 1/2 tsp kosher salt.
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Add more lemon juice for tang, dill for freshness, or sugar for balance.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld and develop.
Notes
Tips for Storing
- Keep the sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Use it within 5 to 7 days for the freshest flavor.
- Give it a quick stir before serving, since the ingredients can separate slightly as it sits.
- Store it toward the back of the fridge, away from the door, where the temperature stays coldest.
- Don't freeze tartar sauce. The mayo base breaks and turns grainy once thawed.
Nutrition
Calories: 193kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 0.3g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 13g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 450mg | Potassium: 11mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 36IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 0.1mg
