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Creamy Homemade Tartar Sauce

This creamy homemade tartar sauce is made with simple ingredients and ready in minutes. It’s rich, tangy, and perfect with seafood, fries, or sandwiches. The flavors only get better after a short chill in the fridge!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 1 cup
Calories: 110
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup chopped dill pickle or dill pickle relish
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice or lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 to 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill weed or parsley optional

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, pickles, lemon juice, paprika.
  2. Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, and chopped herbs (if using).
  3. Mix until smooth and evenly blended.
  4. Add salt and black pepper to taste.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  6. See full steps with tips & photos → https://theboatshedcafe.com/creamy-homemade-tartar-sauce-2/

Notes

• Use dill pickle relish for a smoother texture, or hand-chop pickles for extra crunch.
• Lemon juice adds brightness, but lime gives it a bold twist.
• Fresh dill gives an extra burst of herby flavor.