Daniel's Quick Easy Tartar Sauce Recipe

Ran out of tartar sauce with your perfectly baked fish? Don't despair! This 5-minute emergency recipe uses common pantry staples to create a creamy, tangy tartar sauce that's ready in a flash. Perfect for fish and chips, burgers, or anything that needs a delicious, homemade sauce.

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 5 mins

Calories 24.3 kcal

Protein 0g

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Ingredients for Daniel's Quick Easy Tartar Sauce

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How to Make Daniel's Quick Easy Tartar Sauce

In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons finely chopped dill pickles, 1 tablespoon finely chopped red onion, 1 tablespoon capers (drained), 1 teaspoon lemon juice, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
Stir until all ingredients are thoroughly mixed and well combined.
For best flavor, chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving. (But if you're really in a pinch, it's delicious immediately!)

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

13g

Fat

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Daniel's Quick Easy Tartar Sauce?

Daniel's Quick Easy Tartar Sauce takes about 10 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 5 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Daniel's Quick Easy Tartar Sauce?

Daniel's Quick Easy Tartar Sauce has approximately 24.3 calories per serving, with about 0 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Daniel's Quick Easy Tartar Sauce?

The key ingredients for Daniel's Quick Easy Tartar Sauce are Miracle Whip, Worcestershire Sauce, Onion Powder, Sweet Pickle Relish, Garlic, Horseradish Sauce. See the full list with measurements above.