Activities Recipes Homemade Mayonnaise

Homemade Mayonnaise

Clock Icon 10 minutes
Servings Icon Approx. 200 ml
Easy Rating Icon Easy

Mayonnaise is an emulsion which is essentially oil and water held together by egg yolk. Making it teaches control and patience. Adding oil slowly at the start is what allows the mixture to thicken properly. Once you understand this, you understand the principle behind sauces and dressings more broadly. It also costs far less than shop-bought and uses ingredients already in the book.

Nut-free
Vegetarian
Egg free
Homemade Mayonnaise

Ingredients

  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 tsp mustard
  • 1 tbsp white wine vinegar
  • 150 ml sunflower oil
  • Salt

Method

  • Step 1

    Place 1 egg yolk, 1 tsp mustard and 1 tbsp vinegar into a bowl.

  • Step 2

    Wrap a damp tea towel around the base of the bowl to keep it steady while whisking.

  • Step 3

    Whisk together until combined.

  • Step 4

    Very slowly add the oil, a few drops at a time, whisking constantly.

  • Step 5

    Once the mixture starts to thicken, continue adding the remaining oil in a slow steady stream, whisking continuously.

  • Step 6

    Whisk until thick and glossy.

  • Step 7

    Season with salt to taste.

Tips

  • Store in the fridge and use within 2–3 days. Do not freeze.
  • Add this to the crunchy slaw instead of oil & vinegar.

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