Magic Mayonnaise
Elevate your homemade condiment game with this quick and foolproof Magic Mayonnaise recipe! Ready in just five minutes, this luscious, creamy spread comes together with a handful of pantry staples like a fresh egg, Dijon mustard, and neutral oil, blended to perfection with an immersion blender. The secret lies in the technique—watch as the ingredients emulsify into velvety magic right before your eyes. Customize the flavor with a splash of white vinegar for a tangy twist or extra lemon juice for brightness. Perfect for sandwiches, salads, or dipping, this homemade mayo is fresher, tastier, and preservative-free compared to store-bought options. Plus, it's a small-batch recipe designed to stay delicious for up to a week in your fridge. Ready to whip up creamy perfection? Dive into this fail-safe recipe today!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 Egg (large, room temperature)
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 240 milliliters Neutral oil (such as canola or sunflower)
- 0.5 teaspoon White vinegar (optional for tanginess)
Instructions
Place the egg, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and salt into a tall container or jar that fits tightly with your immersion blender.
Pour the neutral oil on top of the other ingredients. Do not stir or mix.
Insert the immersion blender all the way to the bottom of the jar, ensuring it touches the base.
Turn the blender on and keep it at the bottom for about 10 seconds as the mixture begins to emulsify.
Once the bottom portion of the mixture thickens into mayonnaise, slowly move the blender upward to incorporate the oil sitting on top. This should take another 5-10 seconds.
If desired, stir in the white vinegar to add extra tang to your mayonnaise.
Taste the mayonnaise and adjust seasoning if needed (e.g., more salt or lemon juice).
Store the mayonnaise in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2142 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 246.1 g | 316% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.8 g | 94% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 185 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 1365 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1.7 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.9 g | ||
| Protein | 6.1 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 26 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 86 mg | 2% | |
*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.
