Homemade Mayonnaise Recipe (Easy 5-Minute Mayo)

Homemade Mayonnaise Recipe (Easy 5-Minute Mayo)

This Homemade Mayonnaise is rich, creamy, and incredibly easy to make. Once you see how simple it is, you'll never want to buy store-bought mayo again.

Use it as the base for ranch dressing, tartar sauce, burger sauce, aioli, and countless other recipes.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

  • Ready in 5 minutes

  • Rich and creamy texture

  • Better than store-bought

  • Uses simple ingredients

  • Perfect sauce base

  • Versatile recipe

Ingredients

  • 1 large egg, room temperature

  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

  • 1 cup light oil (avocado oil, canola oil, or vegetable oil)

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

Step 1: Add Ingredients

Add to a tall jar or measuring cup:

  • Egg

  • Lemon juice

  • Dijon mustard

  • Salt

Step 2: Add Oil

Slowly pour oil into the jar.

Step 3: Blend

Place an immersion blender at the bottom.

Blend without moving for 15 seconds.

Slowly lift blender upward until mayonnaise becomes thick and creamy.

Step 4: Adjust

Taste and add additional:

  • Lemon juice

  • Salt

if desired.

Step 5: Store

Transfer to an airtight container.

Refrigerate immediately.

Tips For The Best Homemade Mayonnaise

  • Use room-temperature ingredients.

  • Neutral oils work best.

  • Don't overblend.

  • Fresh lemon juice provides the best flavor.

Ways To Use Homemade Mayonnaise

  • Ranch Dressing

  • Tartar Sauce

  • Burger Sauce

  • Chicken Salad

  • Egg Salad

  • Sandwiches

Storage

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

More Sauce Recipes You'll Love

  • Homemade Ketchup

  • Yellow Mustard

  • Honey Mustard

  • Tartar Sauce

  • Ranch Dressing

Final Thoughts

This Homemade Mayonnaise is smooth, creamy, and incredibly versatile. It's the perfect foundation for countless sauces, dips, and dressings.

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