Classic Mustard-Free Tartar Sauce
Classic Mustard-Free Tartar Sauce
Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise, full-fat recommended
- 1/4 cup dill pickles, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon capers, drained and finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground, or to taste
Instructions
- 1
In a medium-sized bowl, combine the mayonnaise, finely chopped dill pickles, drained and finely chopped capers, and finely chopped fresh parsley.
⏱️ 3 min
- 2
Add the fresh lemon juice, onion powder, and garlic powder to the mixture. Stir well to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
⏱️ 2 min
- 3
Season the sauce with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Start with the recommended amounts and adjust to your personal preference.
⏱️ 2 min
- 4
Taste the tartar sauce and adjust seasonings if necessary. You may want to add a little more lemon juice for tanginess or salt for flavor.
⏱️ 1 min
- 5
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and develop. This passive time is crucial for the best taste.
⏱️ 30 min
- 6
Serve chilled with your favorite seafood, fish and chips, or as a dipping sauce.
⏱️ 2 min
Kitchen Tools
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Classic Mustard-Free Tartar Sauce
- 1 cup mayonnaise, full-fat recommended
- 1/4 cup dill pickles, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon capers, drained and finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground, or to taste
Instructions
- 1
In a medium-sized bowl, combine the mayonnaise, finely chopped dill pickles, drained and finely chopped capers, and finely chopped fresh parsley.
⏱️ 3 min - 2
Add the fresh lemon juice, onion powder, and garlic powder to the mixture. Stir well to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
⏱️ 2 min - 3
Season the sauce with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Start with the recommended amounts and adjust to your personal preference.
⏱️ 2 min - 4
Taste the tartar sauce and adjust seasonings if necessary. You may want to add a little more lemon juice for tanginess or salt for flavor.
⏱️ 1 min - 5
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and develop. This passive time is crucial for the best taste.
⏱️ 30 min - 6
Serve chilled with your favorite seafood, fish and chips, or as a dipping sauce.
⏱️ 2 min