Homemade Basic Mayonnaise Recipe
This basic homemade mayonnaise recipe is quick to make with Dijon mustard, vinegar and olive oil. When you mix the ingredients in a few minutes and create an emulsion, it thickens; It is a practical base for sandwiches, salad dressing and dip sauce. Follow the how-to steps and add the oil slowly to prevent it from curdling.
Ingredients
Ingredients
Step-by-Step Method
Prepare the base
In a bowl, mix the Dijon mustard, dry mustard, salt and cayenne pepper. Add the vinegar and whisk briefly until smooth.
Add the oil slowly
Add the olive oil in a very thin stream while whisking constantly. Introduce the oil especially slowly for the first 1-2 minutes; Once it starts to thicken, you can increase the flow a little.
Check the consistency
Stop when the mixture reaches the consistency of a glossy and thick sauce. If it is too thick, dilute it with a few drops of vinegar, check the taste and add a little salt if necessary.
Let it rest and store
Put the mayonnaise in a container with a lid. You can use it immediately or let it rest in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to thicken.