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Mayonnaise: Herbed Mayonnaise

Source of Recipe

Emeril Lagasse


List of Ingredients

1 egg
2 teaspoons chopped garlic
1 tablespoon creole mustard
juice of one fresh lemon
salt, fresh ground black pepper
1 cup olive oil
2 teaspoons chopped tarragon
2 teaspoons chopped parsley
2 teaspoons chopped dill
2 teaspoons chopped basil


Recipe

In a food processor, fitted with a metal blade, combine the egg, garlic, mustard, lemon and lemon juice. Process until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. With the machine running, slowly add the oil in a steady stream, until an emulsion forms. Season with salt and pepper. Place the mayonnaise in a mixing bowl. Fold in the chopped herbs. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours before serving. Serve the mayonnaise as a dipping sauce for fried seafood or a spread for sandwiches. Yield: about 1 1/2 cups