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Easy Homemade Mayonnaise

Easy Homemade Mayonnaise: Creamy, Fresh, and So Simple!

Create fresh, creamy Easy Homemade Mayonnaise in under a minute with simple ingredients for a healthier alternative to store-bought options.
Prep Time 1 minute
Settling Time 1 minute
Total Time 2 minutes
Servings: 8 tablespoons
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 large egg Essential for emulsification
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard Provides tangy kick
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar Adds acidity
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice Adjust to taste
  • a pinch fine sea salt Enhances flavor
For Extra Creaminess
  • 1 cup extra light olive oil Neutral-tasting oil
  • optional sugar For balancing acidity

Equipment

  • Immersion blender
  • mason jar
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a tall container, add one large egg, one tablespoon of Dijon mustard, one tablespoon of white vinegar, one tablespoon of fresh lemon juice, and a pinch of fine sea salt. Mix until well blended.
  2. Pour in 1 cup of extra light olive oil over the mixture and allow it to settle for about 15 seconds.
  3. Insert an immersion blender into the bottom of the jar, blend on high speed for about 10 seconds without moving the blender.
  4. Gradually move the immersion blender upwards through the mixture, continuing blending for an additional 10-15 seconds until smooth and creamy.
  5. Taste your Easy Homemade Mayonnaise and adjust as needed with more lemon juice, salt, or sugar. Blend again if adjustments are made.
  6. Transfer the mayonnaise into an airtight container, seal tightly, and refrigerate immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 100kcalFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 10mg

Notes

Use fresh eggs and high-quality olive oil for the best flavor. Store in an airtight container and consume within a week.

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