Basic Mayonnaise Recipe
Making your own delicious homemade mayonnaise is super easy to do. You just need a few ingredients and a few minutes
Servings: 320 grams
Ingredients
- 2 medium egg yolks
- 1½ tsp smooth mustard more to taste
- 1-2 tsp white wine vinegar more to taste
- A pinch of salt more to taste
- 250 ml sunflower or other neutral oil
Equipment
- Immersion blender or whisk/mixer
Instructions
Instructions – Whisk or Mixer Method
- In a bowl, mix together the egg yolks, mustard, vinegar, and a pinch of salt.
- While whisking or mixing, slowly drizzle in the oil. Keep mixing until all the oil is incorporated and the mixture becomes thick and creamy.
- Taste and adjust with more vinegar or salt if needed.
- Spoon the mayo into a clean, airtight jar and store in the fridge.
Instructions – Immersion Blender Method
- You can substitute the two egg yolks with one whole egg for this version.
- Add the egg yolks (or whole egg), mustard, vinegar, and salt to a tall mixing cup. Pour the oil on top.
- Place the immersion blender at the bottom of the cup, turn it on, and slowly lift it upward. In about 30 seconds, you’ll have a creamy mayo.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Store in a clean, airtight jar in the fridge.
How to store
Keeps in the fridge for up to 1 week in a clean, sealed jar.