This easy and creamy tartar sauce, inspired by Martha Stewart, is the perfect companion for crispy fish, seafood, or even fries. Made with simple, pantry-friendly ingredients like mayonnaise, capers, and lemon juice, it’s tangy, fresh, and full of flavor. Whip it up in minutes for a quick, homemade dip that’s far better than store-bought!
Recipe Ingredients:
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons chopped cornichons
- 1 shallot, minced (about 2 tablespoons)
- 2 tablespoons capers, drained
- 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
How To Make Tartar Sauce Recipe?
- Mix the ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, chopped cornichons (gherkins), minced shallot, capers, and lemon juice.
- Season and serve: Add salt and black pepper to taste. Serve immediately or store in the fridge for later use.
Recipe Tips:
- Use full-fat mayonnaise : This gives the sauce a rich and creamy texture. Low-fat versions can make it too thin and watery.
- Chop ingredients finely : Small, even pieces of cornichons (gherkins), shallots, and capers help blend the flavors better and create a smooth consistency.
- Let it rest before serving : Allow the sauce to sit in the fridge for at least 30 minutes so the flavors can mix and deepen.
- Adjust to your taste : If you like it tangier, add more lemon juice. Prefer a bit of sweetness? A tiny pinch of sugar works wonders.
- Don’t skip the seasoning : A little salt and freshly ground black pepper bring out all the flavors, so taste and adjust before serving!
How To Store Leftovers?
Let the tartar sauce sit at room temperature for a few minutes before storing. Transfer it to an airtight container and keep it in the fridge for up to 5 days. Stir before serving to refresh the flavors.
Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 30
- Total Fat: 2.3 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Cholesterol: 1 mg
- Sodium: 93 mg
- Potassium: 9.5 mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 1.9 g
- Dietary Fiber: 0.1 g
- Sugars: 0.6 g
- Protein: 0.1 g
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Martha Stewart Tartar Sauce
Description
This easy and creamy tartar sauce, inspired by Martha Stewart, is the perfect companion for crispy fish, seafood, or even fries. Made with simple, pantry-friendly ingredients like mayonnaise, capers, and lemon juice, it’s tangy, fresh, and full of flavor. Whip it up in minutes for a quick, homemade dip that’s far better than store-bought!
Ingredients
Instructions
- Mix the ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, chopped cornichons (gherkins), minced shallot, capers, and lemon juice.
- Season and serve: Add salt and black pepper to taste. Serve immediately or store in the fridge for later use.
Notes
- Use full-fat mayonnaise : This gives the sauce a rich and creamy texture. Low-fat versions can make it too thin and watery.
- Chop ingredients finely : Small, even pieces of cornichons (gherkins), shallots, and capers help blend the flavors better and create a smooth consistency.
- Let it rest before serving : Allow the sauce to sit in the fridge for at least 30 minutes so the flavors can mix and deepen.
- Adjust to your taste : If you like it tangier, add more lemon juice. Prefer a bit of sweetness? A tiny pinch of sugar works wonders.
- Don’t skip the seasoning : A little salt and freshly ground black pepper bring out all the flavors, so taste and adjust before serving!