5-Ingredient Homemade Tartar Sauce (Better Than Store-Bought)
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
10
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Calories
153 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
5-Ingredient Homemade Tartar Sauce (Better Than Store-Bought)
Description
The 5-Ingredient Homemade Tartar Sauce combines mayonnaise as a creamy base with dill pickle relish for crunch and tang, finely diced white onion for mild sharpness, capers for a salty burst, and fresh lemon juice to brighten the overall flavor. Mixing these together yields a smooth sauce that balances acidity and richness without overwhelming the palate.
The preparation is straightforward: ingredients are combined and chilled for a few hours to allow flavors to meld. Using white onions ensures a cleaner, milder bite compared to stronger varieties. The sauce’s texture benefits from finely chopping the onion, contributing subtle bits of crunch without harshness.
This tartar sauce pairs well with fried or grilled fish, seafood dishes, or as a tangy spread on sandwiches and burgers. It stores well in an airtight container, and the flavor develops further after a day refrigerated. Adjustments like adding Worcestershire sauce or thinning with lemon juice or water can customize the texture and depth.
Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 1/2 tablespoons dill pickle relish
- 1 tablespoon onion white, chopped
- 1 tablespoon capers
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- In a small bowl combine mayonnaise, dill pickle relish, white chopped onion, capers, and lemon juice. Stir to combine. Store in an airtight container for a few hours before serving.
Notes
- Finely dice white onion for milder flavor and better texture.
- Let the sauce rest refrigerated for a few hours to develop richer taste.
- If sauce is too thick, thin with a small amount of lemon juice or water.
- Adding a few drops of Worcestershire sauce can enhance flavor complexity.
- The sauce tastes better on its second day after resting in the fridge.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 10Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 153 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 153kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 0g | 0% |
| Protein | 0g | 0% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 9mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 164mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 4mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 0g | 0% |
| Sugar | 0g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 15IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0.6mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 2mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.1mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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