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Homemade Tartar Sauce Recipe

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  • Author: Maria
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 70 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Condiment
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This homemade tartar sauce is a creamy and tangy condiment, perfect for complementing seafood dishes. Made with mayo, lemon juice, dill pickle juice, capers, and a hint of onion, it’s fresh and flavorful. The sauce is easy to prepare and improves in flavor after chilling.


Ingredients

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Primary Ingredients

  • 1 cup of Mayonnaise
  • ½ teaspoon Lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon Dill Pickle juice
  • ½ teaspoon Capers (chopped)
  • ½ teaspoon Lemon zest
  • ¼ teaspoon Onion (minced)
  • 2 teaspoons Dill Pickle relish
  • Salt, as desired


Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: In a medium bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, dill pickle juice, chopped capers, lemon zest, minced onion, and dill pickle relish until well blended.
  2. Season with Salt: Add salt gradually to taste, stirring thoroughly to incorporate the seasoning evenly throughout the sauce.
  3. Chill and Blend Flavors: Refrigerate the mixture for at least 60 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the sauce to cool for best taste.

Notes

  • Adjust the salt carefully as the capers and pickle relish add saltiness already.
  • For a chunkier texture, add extra dill pickle relish.
  • Store the sauce in an airtight container and consume within a week for freshness.
  • This sauce pairs wonderfully with fried fish, crab cakes, or as a dip for fries.