Homemade Mayonnaise

Mayonnaise is perhaps the most widespread and widely eaten sauce in the world. It’s served with countless dishes, and making a perfect, tasty Homemade Mayonnaise isn’t as complicated as you might think. Three simple ingredients (eggs, oil, and lemon), a little patience, and the mayonnaise is ready.

To avoid Broken Mayonnaise (that is, mayonnaise that doesn’t emulsify properly), always remember to use oil and eggs at room temperature and to pour in the oil and lemon in a thin stream and in several additions, waiting each time for them to be properly incorporated.

If your Mayonnaise does break, though, we suggest reading our guide Broken Mayonnaise: Causes and Remedies, which will give you great Tips and Tricks for Rescuing Broken Mayonnaise.

But which oil should you use to make Mayonnaise? If you want a Mayonnaise with a more Intense, Full-Bodied Flavor, you can use olive oil; if you prefer a more delicate flavor, you can use a good sunflower or peanut oil.

Don’t forget, though, that besides the Classic Traditional Mayonnaise there are several other kinds of Mayonnaise, from Vegan Mayonnaise (perfect for anyone following a Vegetarian or Vegan diet) to Garlic Mayonnaise (perfect with grilled meats), and a tasty, unusual Avocado Mayonnaise (great with fish main courses or for topping tasty Hamburgers).