Best Classic Mayonnaise Recipes

CLASSIC AïOLI - FRENCH GARLIC MAYONNAISE

Steps:

• In a mortar, crush the garlic into a fine paste with the salt.
• Add the egg yolks and salt lightly again if needed.
• Mix in the olive oil very slowly until you obtain a smooth paste and the mixture is glossy.
• Add the lemon juice to taste and continue to mix to achieve a smooth emulsified sauce.

CLASSIC AïOLI - FRENCH GARLIC MAYONNAISE

Steps:

• In a mortar, crush the garlic into a fine paste with the salt.
• Add the egg yolks and salt lightly again if needed.
• Mix in the olive oil very slowly until you obtain a smooth paste and the mixture is glossy.
• Add the lemon juice to taste and continue to mix to achieve a smooth emulsified sauce.

CLASSIC CRAB CAKES WITH CHILE GARLIC MAYONNAISE

Steps:

• Chile Garlic Mayonnaise Mix mayonnaise, chili-garlic sauce, and 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice in small bowl. Cover and refrigerate chili mayonnaise.
• Classic Crab Cakes Heat 1 tablespoon oil in heavy medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add bell pepper, celery, onion, and jalapeno; saute 3 minutes. Transfer to large bowl. Mix in crab, egg, 1/2 cup chili mayonnaise, and remaining 2 teaspoons lemon juice, then 1 1/2 cups breadcrumbs. Form crab mixture into eight 1/2-inch-thick cakes, using 1/2 cup for each. Dredge cakes in remaining 3 1/2 cups breadcrumbs, turning to coat. Place on baking sheet. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour and up to 8 hours. Heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Working in batches, add crab cakes and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer to plates. Serve, passing remaining chili mayonnaise separately.

HELLMANN'S CLASSIC MACARONI SALAD WITH REAL MAYONNAISE

Steps:

• Cook macaroni according to package directions, drain and rise with cold water until completely cool.
• Combine mayonnaise and vinegar, dijon mustard, sugar, salt, and pepper in large bowl.
• Stir in macaroni, celery, green pepper, and onion. Serve chilled at room temperature.

CLASSIC MAYONNAISE

Steps:

• Begin with all ingredients at room temperature, they will emulsify more readily. In a food processor or blender, process the yolks, salt, mustard, cayenne, lemon juice and water together to form a stable base. With the motor running, add a few drops of the oil, the mixture will begin to thicken. Then, begin adding the remaining oil in a thin, steady stream. Scrape down the sides of the processor/blender. Check seasoning. Keep covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Serve with cold meats, seafood, poultry and salads.

CLASSIC MAYONNAISE

Steps:

• In a blender, mix egg, mustard, salt, and sugar. Slowly drizzle in oil while blender is running. Add lemon juice. Season with black pepper. Refrigerate in a jar.

CLASSIC TOMATO TOAST WITH MAYONNAISE AND CHIVES

Steps:

• Combine mayonnaise and 2 Tbsp. chives in a small bowl. Spread each toast with 1 heaping Tbsp. chive-mayonnaise. Divide tomato slices among toasts and sprinkle each with salt, pepper, and sugar, if using. Top with remaining 2 Tbsp. chives.

CLASSIC MAYONNAISE

Steps:

• Whisk together yolk, mustard, and 1/4 teaspoon salt until combined well. Add about 1/4 cup oil drop by drop, whisking constantly until mixture begins to thicken. Whisk in vinegar and lemon juice, then add remaining 1/2 cup oil in a very slow, thin stream, whisking constantly until well blended. If at any time it appears that oil is not being incorporated, stop adding oil and whisk mixture vigorously until smooth, then continue adding oil. Whisk in salt to taste and white pepper. Chill, surface covered with plastic wrap, until ready to use.

CLASSIC HOMEMADE MAYONNAISE

Steps:

• Warm the bowl with hot water. Dry it well.
• Add the egg yolks and whisk for 1 minute until they are thick and sticky.
• Add the lemon juice, salt, and mustard. Using a large wire whisk beat for 30 seconds more.
• Begin adding the oil drop by drop while beating constantly. A speed of 2 strokes per second is adequate and you can switch hands but do not stop beating until the mayonnaise has begun to thicken. Once the mayonnaise has thickened (this will occur when about ⅓ to ½ cup of oil has been incorporated), add the oil a little faster in a steady thin stream until all of the oil has been beaten in.
• When the mayonnaise becomes too thick to whisk, beat in drops of lemon juice to thin it out. Then continue with the oil.
• After all oil has been incorporated, beat in the boiling water. This will help prevent curdling and separation of the mayonnaise.
• If not using immediately, store in a small bowl covered with plastic wrap. Push the plastic wrap down onto the top of the mayonnaise to prevent a skin from forming.

CLASSIC TOMATO TOAST WITH MAYONNAISE AND CHIVES

Steps:

• Preparation Combine mayonnaise and 2 Tbsp. chives in a small bowl. Spread each toast with 1 heaping Tbsp. chive-mayonnaise. Divide tomato slices among toasts and sprinkle each with salt, pepper, and sugar, if using. Top with remaining 2 Tbsp. chives.