Tartar Sauce for All Tastes
Elevate your seafood dishes and sides with "Tartar Sauce for All Tastes," a creamy, versatile condiment that's packed with tangy, herby flavors. This easy-to-make recipe combines classic ingredients like mayonnaise, zesty dill pickles, briny capers, and a splash of fresh lemon juice for a perfect balance of richness and brightness. Fresh parsley and dill add a vibrant, aromatic touch, while a hint of Dijon mustard and optional sugar round out this crowd-pleasing favorite. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, this homemade tartar sauce pairs beautifully with crispy fish, shrimp, fries, or even veggie platters. Make it ahead and let it chill to deepen the flavors—it's a must-have addition to your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons dill pickles
- 1 tablespoon capers
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon fresh dill
- 0.5 teaspoon sugar (optional)
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Finely chop the dill pickles, capers, fresh parsley, and fresh dill. Set aside.
In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard. Whisk until smooth.
Fold in the chopped dill pickles, capers, parsley, and dill.
Add the sugar, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to ensure all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Add more lemon juice for tanginess, sugar for sweetness, or salt for balance.
Transfer the tartar sauce to a serving dish or an airtight container. Let it sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld (optional but recommended).
Serve chilled with your favorite seafood dishes, fries, or as a dip for veggies. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
211 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 22.8 g | 29% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.5 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 11 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 316 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1.0 g | 0% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.5 g | ||
| Protein | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 4 mg | 0% | |
| Iron | 0.1 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 13 mg | 0% | |
*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.
