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Homemade Tartar Sauce

This homemade tartar sauce is rich and creamy with a perfect balance of tangy, sweet, and savory flavors. Made with mayo, dill pickles, capers, and lemon juice, it’s an easy condiment that pairs beautifully with seafood and more.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 90
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup dill pickles finely diced
  • 2 tablespoons Vidalia sweet onion very finely diced
  • 1 teaspoon capers drained and rinsed
  • 1 teaspoon dill pickle juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Method
 

  1. Whisk all the ingredients together in a small bowl until fully combined.
  2. Taste and adjust seasoning, if needed.
  3. For best results, refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before using.
  4. Serve with fish sticks, crab cakes, fries, or anything you like!
  5. See full steps with tips & photos → https://theboatshedcafe.com/homemade-tartar-sauce/

Notes

• For extra zing, add a dash of Dijon mustard or a few drops of hot sauce.
• Use vegan mayo for a dairy-free version.
• Keeps well in the fridge for up to 5 days.