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Homemade Tartar Sauce Recipe

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This homemade tartar sauce is a creamy, tangy condiment perfect for enhancing seafood dishes. Made with mayonnaise, capers, pickles, and fresh herbs, it brings a vibrant flavor and a delightful crunch. Easy to prepare and refrigerate ahead, this sauce is a classic accompaniment for fried fish, crab cakes, and more.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon capers, drained
  • 1 tablespoon minced yellow onion
  • 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
  • 2 teaspoons minced dill pickle
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried dill

Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: In a medium bowl, mix together mayonnaise, capers, minced yellow onion, sweet pickle relish, minced dill pickle, Dijon mustard, chopped fresh parsley, and dried dill until well combined.
  2. Refrigerate: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the mixture for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and develop fully.
  3. Serve: After chilling, give the tartar sauce a good stir and serve alongside your favorite seafood dishes such as fried fish, crab cakes, or shrimp.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or hot sauce.
  • Use freshly chopped dill if available for enhanced flavor instead of dried dill.
  • Can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
  • Adjust the amount of Dijon mustard to taste for more tanginess.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Sauces and Condiments
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American