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Super Easy Homemade Mayo Recipe

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This super easy homemade mayo recipe uses just a few simple ingredients and takes less than 5 minutes with an immersion blender. It’s creamy, rich, and so much better than store-bought!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Additional Time 2 minutes
Total Time 7 minutes
Course Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 16 servings
Calories 114 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Large egg Room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice or white vinegar.
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard You can use yellow mustard, spicy brown mustard as a substitute. Or mustard powder can be used instead of Dijon mustard—just use about 1/2 teaspoon and mix it with a small splash of water or lemon juice to help it blend smoothly.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • 1 cup olive oil or avocado oil about 230 ml

Optional

  • Pinch of garlic powder or a splash of water to thin, if needed.

Instructions
 

Directions:

  • Add ingredients to a tall jar or container: egg, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and oil (in that order).
  • Place immersion blender at the bottom of the jar and turn it on without moving it.
    Step-by-step process of making mayonnaise with an immersion blender in a glass jar, showing thick and creamy mayo forming
  • Watch as the mixture begins to emulsify. Once the bottom thickens, slowly lift the blender upward to incorporate the oil.
  • Blend until smooth and creamy—about 30 seconds to 1 minute total.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Store in the fridge for up to 7-10 days in an airtight container.

Notes

  • Mustard Options: Dijon mustard adds a smooth tang, but you can substitute with yellow mustard or 1/4 tsp mustard powder mixed with a splash of water.
  • Egg Temperature: Use a room temperature egg for best emulsification. If you're worried about raw eggs, you can try using a pasteurized or soft-boiled egg—though it may taste more "eggy."
  • Oil Choices: Light-tasting olive oil, avocado oil, or sunflower oil work best. Avoid extra virgin olive oil as it can make the mayo bitter.
  • Storage Tip: Store in an airtight jar in the fridge for up to 7-10 days.
  • Blending Tip: Make sure to place the immersion blender at the bottom of the jar before turning it on. Hold it still for the first few seconds, then slowly move it up as the mayo thickens.

Nutrition

Serving: 1TablespoonCalories: 114kcalCarbohydrates: 0.1gProtein: 0.4gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 0.001gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 47mgPotassium: 6mgFiber: 0.03gSugar: 0.04gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 0.4mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 0.1mg
Nutrition Disclaimer Nutritional information is an estimate and may change based on products used.
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