If you’ve never made homemade mayonnaise before, this beginner-friendly recipe is a great place to start. It comes together quickly, uses simple ingredients, and creates a smooth, creamy sauce that’s perfect for sandwiches, burgers, salads, fries, and so much more.
Ingredients
- 1 large egg, at room temperature
- 1 cup neutral-flavored oil, such as sunflower or canola oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 small garlic clove, optional
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Add the egg
Place the egg in a tall, narrow container suitable for an immersion blender.
2. Add the remaining ingredients
Add the lemon juice, mustard, salt, and optional garlic.
3. Pour in the oil
Slowly pour the oil over the ingredients without stirring.
4. Blend
Place the immersion blender directly over the egg yolk and begin blending. Keep the blender still for about 10–15 seconds until the mixture at the bottom starts turning thick and creamy.
5. Slowly lift the blender
Once the bottom has emulsified, slowly move the blender upward while continuing to blend. Keep blending until all the oil is incorporated and the mayonnaise becomes smooth and thick.
6. Taste and adjust
Taste your mayonnaise and add a little more lemon juice or salt if desired.
7. Chill and serve
Transfer the homemade mayonnaise to a clean container and refrigerate. Use it with sandwiches, burgers, potato salad, coleslaw, vegetables, or as a dip.
Beginner Tip: Using room-temperature ingredients and a tall, narrow container makes it much easier to create a thick, creamy mayonnaise.
Storage: Because this recipe uses raw egg, keep it refrigerated and use pasteurized eggs if available. For the safest option, consume it promptly and follow your local food-safety guidance.
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