Homemade Tartar Sauce Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
14 servings
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Calories
127 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
Homemade Tartar Sauce Recipe
Description
The Homemade Tartar Sauce Recipe combines a base of mayonnaise with sweet pickle relish, often a spicy-sweet and chunky variety, providing textural contrast and a mild sweetness. Fresh chopped dill adds herbal notes while lemon juice brings a refreshing acidity. Worcestershire sauce deepens the umami flavor, and onion powder contributes subtle savory depth. Mixing these ingredients thoroughly and chilling the sauce enhances the melding of flavors.
The sauce achieves a creamy yet slightly chunky texture from the relish and herbs. The balance of sweetness, acidity, and herbs gives it versatility as a dip or condiment, particularly suited to fried or grilled seafood. The chilling step also helps develop the full flavor profile.
Store the tartar sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator, where it remains good for up to two weeks. Making it ahead of time, at least a day before serving, improves the depth of flavor.
Select a chunky, spicy-sweet relish for best flavor and texture.Keep the sauce refrigerated in a sealed container for up to two weeks.Prepare the sauce at least one day ahead to allow flavors to meld fully.
Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise your favorite brand
- ¾ cup sweet pickle relish I like the spicy-sweet Wickles relish, chunky
- 1 tablespoon dill fresh, chopped
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Set out a medium mixing bowl. Measure and add all ingredients to the bowl.
- Mix well.
- Cover and chill until ready to serve.
Notes
- Choose a chunky, spicy-sweet pickle relish for enhanced texture and flavor.
- Store the tartar sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- For best flavor, make the sauce at least one day before serving to allow ingredients to meld.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 14servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 127 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2tb | |
| Calories | 127kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 7mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 212mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 10mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 170IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 1mg | 0% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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