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McDonald’s Tartar Sauce

Homemade McDonald’s Tartar Sauce: Creamy and Quick Joy!

Delight in a creamy, tangy McDonald’s Tartar Sauce copycat recipe that brings joy to your meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 tablespoons
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • ½ cup mayonnaise Substitution: Use vegan mayonnaise for a dairy-free option.
  • 1½ teaspoons capers Chop them finely for a balanced taste.
  • 3½ tablespoons dill pickle relish Variation: Gherkin relish can add a nice crunch.
  • 2 tablespoons chopped onion Substitution: Shallots for a milder flavor.
  • ½ teaspoon sugar Note: Honey or agave can be a natural sweetener alternative.
  • ½ teaspoon dried parsley Tip: Fresh parsley offers even brighter flavor notes.
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice Note: Freshly squeezed juice is best for flavor.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine ½ cup of mayonnaise, 1½ teaspoons of finely chopped capers, and 3½ tablespoons of dill pickle relish. Mix well.
  2. Stir in 2 tablespoons of finely chopped onion and ½ teaspoon of sugar. Mix until evenly incorporated.
  3. Add ½ teaspoon of dried parsley and 1 teaspoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice. Stir thoroughly.
  4. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with more sugar, lemon juice, or capers as needed.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 160mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 1g

Notes

Keep all ingredients chilled, adjust texture as needed, and allow resting time for flavor melding before serving.

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