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Homemade mayonnaise
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Homemade mayonnaise

Homemade mayonnaise is an emulsion of egg, neutral oil, lemon juice or vinegar, and salt. It is blended slowly to achieve a thick, creamy texture. Optional flavorings like garlic, herbs, and spices can be added during or after blending to customize taste. This mayonnaise serves as a base for dressings, spreads, or sauces.

Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 1 cup of homemade mayonnaise
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: European, South American, American, International

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

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  1. Combine the egg, a pinch of salt, and a tiny amount of oil in a blender, blend until well mixed.
  2. Continue blending and add the oil very slowly at first until the mix begins to thicken.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.