Easy Homemade Tartar Sauce for Seafood & More (Print Version)
Whip up fresh tartar sauce at home! This easy recipe combines creamy mayo, tangy pickles, and fresh herbs for a flavorful seafood companion.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 5 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free
# Ingredients:
→ The Creamy Foundation
01 -
1 1/2 cups full-fat mayonnaise
→ Tangy & Briny Bites
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1/2 cup finely chopped dill pickles
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2 tbsp drained and finely chopped capers
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2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
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1 tsp Dijon mustard
→ Fresh Zest & Aromatics
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2 tbsp finely chopped fresh dill
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2 tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley
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1 tbsp finely minced shallot
→ Flavor Balancers & Kick
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1/4 tsp granulated sugar
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1/4 tsp sea salt, or to taste
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1/8 tsp black pepper, or to taste
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1/2 tsp hot sauce (optional, for a subtle kick)
# Instructions:
01 -
Finely chop 1/2 cup dill pickles, 2 tbsp drained capers, 2 tbsp fresh dill, and 2 tbsp fresh parsley. Mince 1 tbsp shallot. This preparation ensures all your components are ready to create a perfectly textured Easy Homemade Tartar Sauce Recipe.
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In a medium mixing bowl, add 1 1/2 cups full-fat mayonnaise. Stir in 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice and 1 tsp Dijon mustard until well combined. This forms the smooth, tangy foundation for your delicious sauce.
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Add the finely chopped 1/2 cup dill pickles and 2 tbsp drained and finely chopped capers to the mayonnaise mixture. Gently fold them in, distributing the briny, tangy bits evenly throughout the base.
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Incorporate the 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh dill, 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley, and 1 tbsp finely minced shallot. These fresh herbs and aromatics will brighten the flavor profile of your Easy Homemade Tartar Sauce Recipe.
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Stir in 1/4 tsp granulated sugar, 1/4 tsp sea salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper. If desired, add 1/2 tsp hot sauce for a subtle kick. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed to achieve your preferred balance.
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Cover the bowl and refrigerate your Easy Homemade Tartar Sauce Recipe for at least 30 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld and deepen, resulting in the best possible taste and texture. Serve chilled.
# Notes:
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Store leftover Easy Homemade Tartar Sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5-7 days.
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Feel free to adjust the amount of pickles, capers, or herbs to suit your taste. A pinch of cayenne pepper can replace hot sauce for heat.
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This versatile sauce is perfect with fried fish, crab cakes, shrimp, fish tacos, or as a dip for french fries and onion rings.
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While delicious immediately, allowing the sauce to chill for at least 30 minutes (or even a few hours) significantly enhances the flavor as the ingredients meld.
# Tools You'll Need:
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Mixing bowl
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Whisk
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Cutting board
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Chef's knife
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Measuring cups
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Measuring spoons
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 406 kcal
Total Fat: 44 g
Total Carbohydrate: 3 g
Protein: 1 g