How to Make Chef John's Homemade Mayonnaise - A Step-by-Step Guide

Mayonnaise is a staple in many kitchens around the world. Whether you use it as a simple condiment for sandwiches and salads or as a base for other sauces and dressings, having a good homemade mayonnaise recipe in your repertoire can be a game-changer. In this recipe, we'll be making a classic homemade mayonnaise that is creamy, tangy, and delicious.

Homemade mayonnaise is surprisingly easy to make, and the flavor is far superior to store-bought versions. With just a few simple ingred...

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Ingredients

  • 2 egg yolks
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon white sugar
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • ½ cup olive oil

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 5 mins
  • Servings: 16

  • Add egg yolks, lemon juice, vinegar, mustard, salt, sugar, vegetable oil, and olive oil to a tall, narrow bowl in the order listed. Set an immersion blender into the mixture and hold it against the bottom of the bowl; pulse until a thick, pale mixture begins to form, about 3 to 6 pulses. Continue blending until smooth and creamy.
  • Nutrition

    189 cal.

    • Total Fat: 21g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 26mg
    • Sodium: 118mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 0g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 3mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 4mg