Fresh Mayonnaise Recipe

Whip up this incredibly easy and delicious homemade mayonnaise in just 25 minutes! Forget store-bought – making your own mayo is surprisingly satisfying and lets you control the ingredients. Perfect for budget-friendly meals or elevating your favorite sandwiches and salads.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 1978.9 kcal
Protein 8g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Fresh Mayonnaise

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How to Make Fresh Mayonnaise

  1. Add 1 large egg yolk, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/4 cup ice water to a blender.
  2. Secure the blender lid and blend on low speed for a few seconds until combined.
  3. With the blender running on low speed, slowly drizzle in 1 cup of your favorite salad oil until the mixture thickens and emulsifies completely.
  4. Continue blending until the mayonnaise is smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

68 g

Sugar

12g

Fat

154g

Carbs

1g