Homemade mayonnaise
User Reviews
5
-
Prep Time
10 mins
-
Total Time
10 mins
-
Servings
1 cup of homemade mayonnaise
-
Course
Condiments
-
Cuisine
European, South American, American, International
Homemade mayonnaise
Description
This mayonnaise recipe starts by blending an egg with a small amount of oil and salt to create a base. Oil is then added very slowly while blending to form a stable emulsion that thickens progressively. After achieving the desired thickness, lemon juice or vinegar is incorporated to add acidity and brightness. Adjusting salt at the end ensures balanced seasoning.
The texture of the mayonnaise is smooth and creamy, suitable for use as a condiment or ingredient in other preparations. Its flavor can be modified by including additions such as crushed garlic, onion, chili peppers, chipotle paste, or fresh herbs like cilantro or basil. These may be added at the beginning with the egg or at the end with the acid for different flavor intensity.
Making mayonnaise at home allows control over ingredients and freshness compared to commercial versions. It requires careful blending for proper emulsion but results in a versatile, flavorful base.
Ingredients
- 1 egg
- 3/4-1 cup neutral cooking oil I prefer a neutral oil like avocado or sunflower oil, generic cooking oil
- 2 tbs lemon juice or vinegar to taste
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Combine the egg, a pinch of salt, and a tiny amount of oil in a blender, blend until well mixed.
- Continue blending and add the oil very slowly at first until the mix begins to thicken.
- Once it begins to thicken you can add the oil at a steady drizzle, once the blending starts to slow down you can turn off the blender and add the lemon juice or vinegar.
- Blend until the lemon juice is mixed in, taste and add additional salt if needed.
Notes
- Add flavoring ingredients like crushed garlic, onion, chili peppers, chipotle paste, or fresh herbs with the egg or with the lemon juice for different intensities.
- Use neutral oils such as avocado or sunflower oil for a mild base flavor.
- Adding lemon juice or vinegar at the end brightens flavor and helps stabilize the emulsion.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
You'll Also Love
