Tartar Recipe
Freshly prepared condiment made from finely chopped ingredients.
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Chopped Vegetables
Seasoning
Method
Preparation of Base
- 1
Combine Mayonnaise and Mustard
In a medium mixing bowl, add 1 cup of mayonnaise and 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard. Stir until well blended and smooth.
Chopping Ingredients
- 2
Prepare Chopped Vegetables
Finely chop the pickles, parsley, shallot, and capers. Ensure that all ingredients are chopped into small, even pieces for a consistent texture.
Mixing and Seasoning
- 3
Combine All Ingredients
Add the chopped pickles, parsley, shallot, and capers to the mayonnaise mixture. Stir to combine thoroughly.
- 4
Add Seasoning
Incorporate 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper into the mixture. Adjust the seasoning to taste, if needed.
Chilling
- 5
Refrigerate
Cover the tartar sauce with plastic wrap or transfer it to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.