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A close-up of a bowl of creamy homemade tartar sauce garnished with fresh dill.

Quick way to grow Tartar Sauce (Homemade) in 3 minutes

This homemade tartar sauce is incredibly quick and easy to make, perfect for a last-minute addition to your favorite seafood dishes. It comes together in just 3 minutes, offering a fresh and tangy flavor.
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Prep Time 3 minutes
Total Time 3 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 90
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup dill pickles finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill chopped
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/8 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • spoon

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Gather all your ingredients for the tartar sauce.
  2. In a medium-sized bowl, combine the mayonnaise, finely chopped dill pickles, chopped fresh dill, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Stir all the ingredients together until they are well combined and the sauce is smooth.
  4. Taste the tartar sauce and adjust the seasonings if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to your preference.
  5. Serve immediately with your favorite seafood or cover and refrigerate for later use. This sauce can be stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Notes

For an extra kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a dash of hot sauce. You can also experiment with capers instead of dill pickles for a different flavor profile.