Creating your mayonnaise is a straightforward process that yields delicious results. Here’s how:
Ingredients
– 2 large farm-fresh eggs
– 1 tablespoon lemon juice (from a small lemon)
– 1 teaspoon kosher salt
– ½ teaspoon distilled vinegar
– ½ teaspoon ground mustard
– 2 cups extra light olive oil
Instructions
1. Combine the eggs, lemon juice, salt, vinegar, and ground mustard in a wide-mouth mason jar.
2. Use an immersion blender to blend until the mixture emulsifies and becomes creamy.
3. While blending continuously, slowly pour the extra light olive oil into the jar in a steady stream.
4. Continue blending until all the oil has been added and the mayonnaise is fully mixed.
5. Taste the mayonnaise and adjust the seasoning by adding more lemon, salt, or mustard powder as desired.
6. Store the homemade mayonnaise in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Choosing the Right Oil
Lite olive oil is the best choice for consistently smooth and creamy mayonnaise. While other oils, such as extra virgin olive oil, avocado oil, and vegetable oil, can be used, lite olive oil produces superior results.
Experimenting with different oils can help you find the perfect flavor and consistency for your homemade mayonnaise.
