This classic homemade mayonnaise recipe will never steer you wrong.
Recipe information
Yield
Makes about 3/4 cup Servings
Ingredients
1
teaspoon large egg yolk*
1
1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1
teaspoon white wine vinegar
1
/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1
/2 teaspoon salt plus more to taste
3
/4 cup canola oil, divided
Preparation
Step 1
Combine egg yolk, lemon juice, vinegar, mustard, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in medium bowl. Whisk until blended and bright yellow, about 30 seconds
Step 2
Using 1/4 teaspoon measure and whisking constantly, add 1/4 cup oil to yolk mixture, a few drops at a time, about 4 minutes. Gradually add remaining 1/2 cup oil in very slow thin stream, whisking constantly, until mayonnaise is thick, about 8 minutes (mayonnaise will be lighter in color). Cover and chill. do ahead Can be made up to 2 days ahead. Keep chilled.