Description
This creamy homemade mayo recipe uses simple ingredients like egg, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic, and avocado oil to create a fresh and flavorful condiment. Made effortlessly with an immersion blender, this mayonnaise is perfect for sandwiches, dressings, and dips, and can be stored in the fridge for up to two weeks.
Ingredients
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Basic Ingredients
- 1 whole large egg
- 1 Tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 cup avocado oil (or other neutral oil)
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Using a large mouth jar or glass that fits your immersion blender, add the whole egg, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard. Make sure the immersion blender blades are fully submerged in the ingredients to ensure proper emulsification.
- Add Remaining Ingredients: Remove the blender and add the minced garlic, salt, and pour in the avocado oil. Let the mixture sit for one minute to allow the ingredients to slightly combine before blending.
- Emulsify the Mayonnaise: Insert the immersion blender and blend on high. Once you notice the mixture starting to emulsify, gently tilt the blender to the side and slowly move it upward to fully blend all the oil and ingredients together into a creamy mayonnaise. This process should take about one minute.
- Store: Transfer the mayo into a covered container and refrigerate. It can be stored safely in the fridge for up to two weeks.
Notes
- Use a fresh, high-quality egg to reduce any risk of salmonella when consuming raw eggs.
- Avocado oil is preferred for its neutral flavor and health benefits, but other neutral oils like grapeseed or light olive oil can be used.
- If the mayonnaise separates, try blending again or adding a teaspoon of warm water to help re-emulsify.
- Adjust salt and lemon juice to taste after blending for the perfect balance.
- The garlic can be omitted or adjusted according to preference for a milder mayo.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: homemade mayo, mayonnaise recipe, easy mayo, healthy mayo, avocado oil mayo, immersion blender mayo, no preservative mayo
