Mayonnaise

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This delicious sauce, some might say the king of all sauces, is exceptionally versatile and works very well with virtually anything, even other sauces.

Ingredients

Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: N/A
Serves: 2 - 10 (makes about )

Method

  1. In the bowl of a food processor, place the egg yolks, vinegar, mustard and salt. the ingredients
  2. Blend it for 2 minutes (it will become much paler in colour).
  3. Put the oil into a pouring jug.
  4. Turn on the food processor again and, while it is running, pour in all the oil in a slow, steady stream. The mixture will slowly turn white as the oil and egg yolks are emulsified. adding the oil
  5. Allow the food processor to run for 1 minute before adding the lemon juice while the food processor is running. Then, after 30 seconds, turn off the machine.
  6. Use as required. the finished mayonnaise
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Useful Information

Can it be frozen? No.
Can it be prepared in advance? Yes, it can be finished up to 3 days in advance.
Will leftovers be nice? Yes, for up to 3 days from the day it is made.

Notes

- Because it is made with unpasteurised, raw egg yolks, it should not be consumed by pregnant women, very young children or the elderly.

- If you do not have a food processor, the mayonnaise can be made by hand in a bowl using a whisk and 500g of elbow-grease.

- Do not be tempted to use olive oil because it will taste bitter.

- Mayonnaise is also the base for tartar sauce.

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