Mary Berry Tartare Sauce
Mary Berry’s Tartare Sauce is a traditional condiment made with mayonnaise, chopped pickles, capers, and fresh herbs. It has a smooth, creamy texture with a tangy taste from the pickles and capers, perfect for balancing out rich fried foods or adding flavor to a variety of dishes.
- Prep Time: 10
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: British
Ingredients
- Mayonnaise (200g): The creamy base of the sauce.
- Pickled gherkins (2-3, finely chopped): Adds a tangy crunch.
- Capers (1 tbsp, chopped): Adds briny flavor and a touch of acidity.
- Fresh parsley (1 tbsp, finely chopped): For freshness and flavor.
- Fresh chives (1 tbsp, finely chopped): Add a mild onion flavor.
- Lemon juice (1-2 tsp): Adds brightness and balances the richness of the mayonnaise.
- Salt and black pepper (to taste): For seasoning.
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Ingredients
- Finely chop the pickled gherkins, capers, parsley, and chives.
Step 2: Combine the Ingredients
- In a mixing bowl, add the mayonnaise, chopped gherkins, capers, parsley, and chives.
Step 3: Season and Add Lemon Juice
- Add 1-2 teaspoons of lemon juice and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Stir everything together until well combined.
Step 4: Taste and Adjust
- Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning or lemon juice to your preference.
Step 5: Chill and Serve
- For best results, cover the tartare sauce and chill it in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Find it online: https://britishbakingrecipes.co.uk/mary-berry-tartare-sauce/