Seafood Tartar Sauce Recipe

Elevate your seafood dishes with this incredible homemade tartar sauce! Bursting with fresh flavor, this make-ahead recipe develops a rich taste that perfectly complements fish, shrimp, scallops, and more. Prepare it in minutes and let it chill for optimal deliciousness.

Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 5 mins

Calories 68.7 kcal

Protein 0g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Seafood Tartar Sauce

1 cup mayonnaise
Sweet Pickles
Onions
2 tablespoons lemon juice
Dry Mustard
Celery Salt
2 tablespoons capers, finely chopped

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How to Make Seafood Tartar Sauce

Finely chop the capers, shallots, and fresh parsley.
In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce.
Gently fold in the chopped capers, shallots, and parsley.
Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Stir in the dill and mix well to combine.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

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Fat

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Seafood Tartar Sauce?

Seafood Tartar Sauce takes about 15 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 5 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Seafood Tartar Sauce?

Seafood Tartar Sauce has approximately 68.7 calories per serving, with about 0 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 7 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Seafood Tartar Sauce?

The key ingredients for Seafood Tartar Sauce are Mayonnaise, Sweet Pickles, Onions, Lemon Juice, Dry Mustard, Celery Salt. See the full list with measurements above.