From Scratch Egg Yolk Mayonnaise Recipe
A recipe for creamy, rich homemade Mayonnaise the old fashioned way, using only a whisk and a bowl!
Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
Course Condiment
Cuisine American, Eastern European
- 2 Egg yolks, room temperature - (Or 1 egg)
- 1/2 Tbsp Fresh squeezed lemon juice
- 1 Tsp Good quality white vinegar - Such as, white wine vinegar, white balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 Tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/4 Tsp Fine salt
- 1 Cup Light-flavored olive oil or avocado oil
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the yolks, lemon juice, white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and salt to the bowl. Whisk the ingredients together until well combined.
While continuously whisking, slowly drizzle in the oil in a steady stream. Keep whisking vigorously as you add the oil, ensuring that it emulsifies with the other ingredients.
Continue whisking until the mixture thickens and becomes creamy, which should take about 10 minutes.
Once the mayo reaches your desired consistency, taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Transfer the homemade mayo to a clean jar or container with a tight-fitting lid. Store the mayo in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Keyword egg yolk, from scratch, homemade, Mayo, Mayonnaise