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Tartare Sauce
5 from 16 votes

Tartare Sauce

Tartare Sauce is a classic cold condiment made by combining mayonnaise, finely chopped pickles and capers, parsley, and a touch of pickling juice with optional mustard powder. This simple yet flavorful sauce offers a creamy texture with a tangy, savory taste that pairs well with fried and seafood dishes or as a dip.

Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 15
Calories: 102 kcal
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: French, American, British

Ingredients

  • 1 cup mayonnaise or dairy free vegan mayonnaise, 250g
  • 2 tablespoon capers rinsed and chopped
  • 2 tablespoon pickles all work well, finely chopped; or gherkins or cornichons
  • 1 tablespoon parsley finely chopped, fresh
  • 1 tablespoon pickling juice gherkins, from the capers or pickles
  • ¼ teaspoon mustard powder optional
  • salt sea salt
  • black pepper sea salt

Instructions

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  1. To make this tartare sauce, simply mix all ingredients together well. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Notes

  • Substitute fresh dill for parsley to vary the flavor.
  • Use lemon or lime juice instead of pickle juice for a citrusy tang.
  • To lighten the sauce, blend half mayonnaise with plain Greek yogurt or a vegan alternative.
  • Increase or omit capers based on availability; extra chopped pickles can be used instead.
  • Serve with fish and chips, vegetable fritters, or as a dip for fries and roasted vegetables.

Nutrition Information

Calories 102kcal (5%) Carbohydrates 1g (0%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 11g (17%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Cholesterol 6mg (2%) Sodium 144mg (6%) Potassium 3mg (0%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 15IU (0%) Calcium 2mg (0%) Iron 0.1mg (1%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 15 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 102

% Daily Value*

Calories 102kcal 5%
Carbohydrates 1g 0%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 11g 17%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 6mg 2%
Sodium 144mg 6%
Potassium 3mg 0%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 15IU 0%
Calcium 2mg 0%
Iron 0.1mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.