BASIL-LIME MAYONNAISE

Basil-Lime Mayonnaise image

Yield Makes 1 1/4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

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1 large egg
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 cup canola oil
2 teaspoons fresh lime juice
1/4 cup finely sliced fresh basil leaves

Steps:

In a food processor, pulse the egg with the salt and pepper until foamy and pale, about 1 1/2 minutes. With the machine running, add the oil through the feed tube, 1 drop at a time, until the mixture starts to thicken (do not stop the machine at this point, or the mayonnaise may not come together). Add the remaining oil in a slow, steady stream.
When all the oil has been incorporated, slowly add the lime juice, mixing until combined. Add the basil; pulse until combined. Let chill before serving. Fresh mayonnaise can be refrigerated in an airtight container up to 5 days.