Homemade Mayonnaise

Posted on August 15, 2011. Filed under: Condiments & Spices |

I remember my mom making homemade mayonnaise when I was little. I used to make sandwiches with just thick slices of onions and her mayonnaise. I even packed them in my lunch which probably didn’t make me very popular at school, but I enjoyed them too much to care.

It only takes about five minutes to make and even less if you have an immersion (stick) blender. This makes about 1 cup.

Ingredients:

1 egg
1/2 tsp dry mustard
1/2 tsp salt
2 tbs vinegar (I like cider)
1 cup olive oil

If you are using an immersion blender combine all the ingredients (including the oil) in a container. I use a pint jar.

Insert the blender and start to emulsify.

Move the blender up and down until it is completely emulsified. It will only take a minute or two. Store it in the refrigerator. It will be fairly thick and it will thicken more as it cools.

If you are using a standard blender combine the egg, mustard, salt, and vinegar. Blend for a few seconds. With the blender running, slowly drizzle in the oil. Turn the blender off and scrape the sides a couple times to keep the oil mixing in. It’s important to drizzle in the oil. You will not get the right emulsification if you combine everything and blend.

I think it can be stored for a week or so.