Cracker Barrel Tartar Sauce
Recreate the creamy, tangy deliciousness of Cracker Barrel's iconic tartar sauce with this quick and easy copycat recipe! Perfectly balanced with a base of rich mayonnaise, sweet pickle relish, and a hint of finely minced onion, this homemade tartar sauce is elevated with a touch of lemon juice, a dash of sugar, and just the right amount of salt and pepper for a flavor burst in every bite. Ready in just 10 minutes and requiring no cooking, this versatile sauce is ideal for pairing with crispy fish fillets, shrimp, fries, or even as a zesty spread on sandwiches. Make it ahead and let the simple ingredients meld together in the fridge for maximum flavor–it’s the perfect dip for seafood lovers and a must-have condiment for summer cookouts or weeknight dinners.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Sweet pickle relish
- 1 tablespoon Yellow onion, finely minced
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise and sweet pickle relish.
Add the finely minced yellow onion and mix thoroughly to incorporate.
Stir in the lemon juice, granulated sugar, salt, and black pepper.
Taste the tartar sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding a pinch more salt or sugar to suit your preference.
Transfer the tartar sauce to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve as a dip or sauce alongside your favorite seafood dishes, fries, or vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1778 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 172.6 g | 221% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.7 g | 78% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 235 mg | 78% | |
| Sodium | 2010 mg | 87% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.9 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.8 g | ||
| Protein | 0.2 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 5 mg | 0% | |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 27 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
