Description
Coastal kitchens inspire this zesty Homemade Tartar Sauce, blending creamy mayonnaise with tangy pickles and fresh herbs. Delightful as a seafood companion, this sauce brings Mediterranean flair to your plate and promises to elevate simple dishes with its bright, crisp flavor profile.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup finely chopped dill pickles
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 tablespoon fresh or dried dill
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a spacious mixing vessel, amalgamate smooth mayonnaise with tangy lemon juice, creating a vibrant foundation for the condiment.
- Incorporate Worcestershire sauce, finely chopped fresh dill, delicate honey, and freshly ground black pepper into the creamy mixture, whisking until thoroughly integrated.
- Fold in finely diced dill pickles, ensuring even distribution throughout the sauce for consistent flavor in every bite.
- Carefully assess the flavor profile, introducing additional salt, cracked pepper, or citrus notes to elevate the taste balance.
- Transfer the zesty sauce to a sealed glass container, allowing the ingredients to meld and intensify their flavors in the refrigerator.
- Let the tartar sauce rest for approximately 30 minutes before serving to maximize the depth of complementary ingredients.
- Serve chilled alongside crispy seafood, as a delectable sandwich spread, or as a versatile dipping companion for various appetizers.
- Store the homemade condiment in the refrigerator for up to one week, maintaining its fresh and vibrant character.
Notes
- Customize the texture by finely or roughly chopping pickles based on personal preference for a chunkier or smoother sauce.
- Swap traditional dill pickles with sweet pickles or cornichons for a unique flavor profile that complements different seafood dishes.
- Boost nutrition by using Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise for a lighter, protein-rich alternative that maintains creamy consistency.
- Enhance herb complexity by adding fresh chopped chives or parsley to introduce more vibrant, garden-fresh notes to the tartar sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg