Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup finely chopped dill pickles
- 2 tablespoons pickle juice
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Special equipment needed: None
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, pickle juice, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
2. Add the chopped pickles, dill, and parsley to the bowl and stir until evenly distributed.
3. Taste the tartar sauce and adjust the seasoning as needed.
4. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
5. Serve the dill pickle tartar sauce chilled.
10 minutes
5. Temperature: Serve chilled
Serving size: Makes about 1 1/2 cups of tartar sauce
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 100
- Fat: 11g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use Greek yogurt or sour cream instead of mayonnaise for a lighter version of the tartar sauce.
- You can use sweet pickle relish instead of chopped dill pickles for a sweeter flavor.
Variations:
- Add a teaspoon of capers for a brinier flavor.
- Add a tablespoon of finely chopped onion for extra texture and flavor.
- Add a teaspoon of hot sauce for a spicy kick.
Tips and tricks:
- Use fresh dill and parsley for the best flavor.
- Make the tartar sauce ahead of time to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve the tartar sauce with fried fish, seafood, or as a dip for vegetables.
Storage instructions:
- Store the dill pickle tartar sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Reheating instructions:
- None needed, serve chilled.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the tartar sauce in a small bowl or ramekin alongside your favorite seafood dish.
Garnishes:
- Garnish the tartar sauce with a sprig of fresh dill or parsley.
Pairings:
- Serve the dill pickle tartar sauce with fried fish, shrimp, crab cakes, or as a dip for vegetables.
Suggested side dishes:
- French fries, coleslaw, hush puppies, or a side salad.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the tartar sauce is too thick, add a little more pickle juice or water to thin it out.
Food safety advice:
- Keep the tartar sauce refrigerated until ready to serve.
Food history:
- Tartar sauce is a traditional condiment for seafood dishes and is believed to have originated in France.
Flavor profiles:
- The dill pickle tartar sauce is tangy, creamy, and slightly sweet with a briny flavor from the pickles.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the tartar sauce chilled alongside your favorite seafood dish.
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Taste: Tangy, Sour, Creamy, Dill, Dill-Flavored