Best 7 Incredibly Easy Tartar Sauce Recipes

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In the realm of culinary arts, tartar sauce stands as a timeless classic, an indispensable condiment that elevates the flavors of seafood and fried dishes alike. Its origins shrouded in culinary history, tartar sauce has become a staple in kitchens worldwide, adored for its tangy, creamy, and herbaceous notes. Whether you seek to recreate the magic of your favorite restaurant's tartar sauce or embark on a culinary adventure to create your own unique masterpiece, this article will guide you through the steps to prepare an incredibly easy tartar sauce that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

EASY TARTAR SAUCE



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This recipe for creamy tartar sauce couldn't be easier. Mayonnaise, sour cream, pickles, capers and onion make this the perfect sauce to serve with fish.

Provided by Alida Ryder

Categories     Sauce     Side Dish

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup mayonnaise
½ cup sour cream
¼ cup dill pickles (finely chopped)
1 small onion (finely diced )
3 tbsp capers (roughly chopped )
2 tbsp parsley (finely chopped)
1 tsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
½ tsp black pepper
salt (to taste )

Steps:

  • Combine all the ingredients in a mixing bowl.
  • Mix well. Taste and season to taste before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 66 kcal, Carbohydrate 9 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 3 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 481 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving

EASY TARTAR SAUCE



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I've tried a ton of recipes for tartar sauce, and this by far, is the best. It's easy to make but it's absolutely fantastic! The measurements don't have to be exact for this to work, so play with your food!

Provided by eCCAbOO

Categories     Low Protein

Time 5m

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 tablespoon mustard
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 teaspoon lime juice
1/4 cup dill relish
1/2 teaspoon balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients together.
  • You're done!

INCREDIBLY EASY TARTAR SAUCE



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Make and share this Incredibly Easy Tartar Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Tiggrr

Categories     Sauces

Time 5m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/4 cup dill pickle relish
1/2 cup Miracle Whip
1/4 teaspoon lemon juice (or to taste)
1/2 teaspoon mustard

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a small bowl.
  • May add small amount of onion if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 40.3, Fat 0.2, Sodium 348.3, Carbohydrate 10.7, Fiber 1, Sugar 0.1, Protein 0.2

QUICK TARTAR SAUCE



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Uses ingredients you might have on hand to whip up for fish sticks or fish and chips.

Provided by Tapestry

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Tartar Sauce

Time 5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons sweet pickle relish
1 teaspoon prepared yellow mustard
1 teaspoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Stir the mayonnaise, relish, mustard, and lemon juice together in a bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199.7 calories, Carbohydrate 1.4 g, Cholesterol 10.4 mg, Fat 21.9 g, Protein 0.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 173.9 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

TARTAR SAUCE



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Ina Garten's recipe for Tartar Sauce from Barefoot Contessa on Food Network is fresher than the store-bought stuff, and it's so easy it takes only five minutes.

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     condiment

Time 5m

Yield 3/4 cup

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup good mayonnaise
2 tablespoons small-diced pickles or cornichons
1 tablespoon Champagne or white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon capers
1 teaspoon coarse-grained mustard
Pinch kosher salt
Pinch freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place all the ingredients in a food processor or mini chopper fitted with a steel blade and pulse several times until the pickles are finely chopped and all the ingredients are well mixed but not pureed.

TARTAR SAUCE



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Make an easy tartar sauce with the classic trio of mayonnaise, gherkins and capers. Sharp and tangy, it's perfect with crispy battered fish and chips

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Fish Course, Lunch, Supper

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 tbsp mayonnaise
1 gherkin or 6 cornichons, finely chopped
1 tbsp capers , rinsed and chopped
1 tsp lemon juice
1 tbsp chopped parsley
2 tsp chopped tarragon

Steps:

  • Mix the mayonnaise, chopped gherkin or cornichons, capers, lemon juice, parsley and tarragon in a bowl and season.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195 calories, Fat 21 grams fat, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 1 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 1 grams sugar, Fiber 0.1 grams fiber, Protein 0.4 grams protein, Sodium 0.22 milligram of sodium

CLASSIC TARTAR SAUCE



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You'll never buy the jarred stuff again once you've tried this homemade tartar sauce recipe! -Michelle Stromko, Darlington, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 10m

Yield 1 cup.

Number Of Ingredients 4

2/3 cup chopped dill pickles
1/2 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons finely chopped onion
Dash pepper

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine all ingredients. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 93 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 167mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the better your tartar sauce will taste. Use fresh herbs, lemon juice, and mayonnaise for the best results.
  • Don't overmix: Tartar sauce should be mixed until just combined. Overmixing will make the sauce too thick and pasty.
  • Use the right amount of mayonnaise: Tartar sauce should be thick enough to coat the back of a spoon, but not so thick that it's difficult to spread. If your sauce is too thick, add a little more lemon juice or water. If it's too thin, add a little more mayonnaise.
  • Season to taste: Tartar sauce should be well-seasoned with salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Taste the sauce and adjust the seasonings as needed.
  • Make ahead of time: Tartar sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. This makes it a great option for busy weeknights.

Conclusion:

Tartar sauce is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used on a variety of dishes. It's perfect for fish and chips, fried seafood, and grilled chicken. It can also be used as a sandwich spread or dip for vegetables. With its tangy, creamy flavor, tartar sauce is sure to please everyone at your table.

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