McDonald's Tartar Sauce Copycat
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
266 kcal
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Course
Appetizer, Condiments
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Cuisine
American
McDonald's Tartar Sauce Copycat
Description
The recipe recreates McDonald's tartar sauce by combining mayonnaise with dill pickle relish, capers, onion, parsley, and granulated sugar. Blending most ingredients smooths out the sauce, while extra relish and onion added afterward provide texture variation. The sauce balances creamy, tangy, and slightly sweet notes. Cooling the sauce for at least two hours helps the components integrate and develop flavor.
Draining the pickle relish prior to mixing prevents excess liquid, keeping the sauce thick and creamy. If necessary, a small amount of milk or cream can adjust consistency without altering flavor. Using dill rather than sweet pickle relish maintains the intended flavor balance. The sauce is a versatile accompaniment for fish sandwiches and other dishes requiring a tartar-style dressing.
Preparing a larger batch and chilling overnight intensifies the flavors, making it suitable for advance preparation.
Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 4 tablespoons pickle relish divided
- 1 1/2 teaspoons capers
- 2 tablespoons onion divided, very finely diced
- 1/2 teaspoon parsley dried
- 1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar
Instructions
- First, add the mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons of pickle relish, the capers, 1 tablespoon of diced onion, parsley, and sugar into a blender or food processor, and blend until smooth.
- After that, mix in the remaining 2 tablespoons of pickle relish and 1 tablespoon of onion until well combined. Season with salt to taste.
- Transfer the sauce to a jar and cover, refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
- Drain pickle relish before using to keep the sauce thick and creamy.
- If the sauce is too thick, add a teaspoon of milk or cream to loosen it without changing flavor.
- Use dill pickle relish to avoid overly sweet sauce.
- Mixing ingredients by hand with a fork is an easier cleanup alternative to using a blender.
- Allow sauce to chill overnight to deepen the flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 266 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 266kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 28g | 43% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 17g | 100% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 16mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 360mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 21mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.2g | 1% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 42IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 5mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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