Print

Best Homemade Tartare Sauce Recipe

4.8 from 54 reviews

This Best Homemade Tartare Sauce recipe combines creamy mayonnaise with tangy gherkins, capers, fresh herbs, and lemon juice to create a classic and flavorful condiment perfect for seafood dishes or as a zesty dip.

Ingredients

Scale

Ingredients

  • 375 g whole-egg mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp gherkins (dill pickles), finely diced
  • 1 tbsp capers, finely diced
  • 1 tbsp finely diced red onion
  • 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh dill or fresh parsley
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • ½ tsp sea salt flakes
  • ½ tsp freshly cracked black pepper

Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: Add the whole-egg mayonnaise, diced gherkins, diced capers, finely diced red onion, chopped fresh dill or parsley, fresh lemon juice, sea salt flakes, and freshly cracked black pepper into a mixing bowl.
  2. Mix Thoroughly: Stir all the ingredients well until the mixture is smooth and evenly blended to ensure all flavors are incorporated.
  3. Season to Taste: Taste the tartare sauce and adjust seasoning by adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if needed to balance the flavors perfectly.
  4. Refrigerate: Transfer the finished tartare sauce into a jar or airtight container and refrigerate it for up to 3 days. Chilling allows flavors to meld and intensify before serving.

Notes

  • Use whole-egg mayonnaise for the creamiest texture and richest flavor.
  • Fresh herbs like dill or parsley can be substituted based on your preference.
  • Adjust salt and lemon juice to your taste for a personalized flavor profile.
  • Store refrigerated and consume within 3 days for best freshness and safety.
  • Tartare sauce pairs excellently with fried seafood, sandwiches, and as a dipping sauce.

Keywords: tartare sauce, homemade tartare, tartar sauce recipe, mayonnaise sauce, seafood condiment