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The Best Creamy & Tangy Homemade Tartar Sauce Recipe (Ready in 5 Minutes)

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Make this easy homemade tartar sauce from scratch. It is creamy, tangy, and far fresher than store-bought versions, perfect for pairing with fried fish or crab cakes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped dill pickles or sweet pickle relish
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon capers, drained and chopped (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill or parsley, finely chopped (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Gather all your ingredients. You will need a small bowl for mixing.
  2. Place the mayonnaise, chopped pickles or relish, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, capers (if using), and fresh herbs (if using) into the bowl.
  3. Add the black pepper and a pinch of salt.
  4. Stir all ingredients together until they are completely combined and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
  5. Taste the sauce. If you want more tang, add a few more drops of lemon juice.
  6. Cover the bowl and chill the tartar sauce in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to meld together.
  7. Serve your fresh tartar sauce with fried fish, shrimp, or as a sandwich spread.

Notes

  • For a sweeter sauce, use sweet pickle relish instead of dill pickles.
  • If you do not have fresh herbs, you can substitute 1/2 teaspoon of dried dill or parsley, but fresh herbs provide a better flavor.
  • This sauce tastes best after chilling for at least 30 minutes, but you can serve it immediately if you are in a hurry.
  • Store leftover homemade tartar sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

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