Homemade Mayonnaise

Ingredients

  • 1 cup neutral oil, such as vegetable or canola (or a combination of extra-virgin olive oil and a neutral oil)
  • 1 to 2 Tbs. fresh lemon juice
  • ½ tsp. dry mustard
  • 1 large egg yolk

In a medium bowl, whisk together the yolk, mustard, and a pinch of salt. Vigorously whisk in some of the oil just a few drops at a time until the mixture is very thick. Whisk in a little of the lemon juice to thin slightly and then continue to whisk in the oil, slowly at first and gradually incre...

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Variations on Homemade Mayonnaise

  • Homemade Mayonnaise
    • 2 tablespoons vinegar
    • 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
    • Dash of red pepper
    • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
    • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 2 egg yolks
  • Homemade Mayonnaise
    • 3 egg yolks
    • 2 cups vegetable oil
    • 2 tablespoons white vinegar
    • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Homemade Mayonnaise
    • 1 cup vegetable oil
    • 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
    • 1 large pasteurized egg or 1/4 cup egg substitute
    • 1/2 teaspoon salt
    • +1 other ingredients
  • Homemade Mayonnaise
    • 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
    • 1 large pasteurized egg
    • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
    • 1/8 teaspoon salt
    • 3/4 cup canola oil

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