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How to Make Homemade Mayonnaise

Published: Jan 23, 2022 by AmyG Modified On: Jan 23, 2022. This post may contain affiliate links. Leave a Comment.

Homemade Mayonnaise isn't as hard to make as you may think. Follow these simple steps on How to Make Homemade Mayonnaise with your favorite oil and you won't go wrong!

If you've landed on this page you are probably looking for some helpful tips on how to make homemade mayonnaise.

Well, don't worry! I've got you covered whether you flopped on your first attempt to make your Whole30 mayonnaise or if you are looking for a healthy alternative to store bought mayonnaise.

Read on for some helpful tips and video on how to slay making your own healthy homemade mayonnaise.

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  • Instructions
  • Using Raw Eggs
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Homemade mayonnaise in a mason jar
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This homemade mayonnaise recipe is perfect for any time of the year.

This recipe was inspired by my journey on Whole30. Read more about Whole30 in my series on my blog. Try this homemade mayonnaise recipe with my Egg Salad Sweet Potato Sandwich Boats.

Ingredients

Homemade mayonnaise is made with simple ingredients you'll have right in your pantry. For Whole30, you will want a good quality olive oil or avocado oil because as you know, consumption of corn or vegetable oils are restricted.

Ingredients for Homemade Mayonnaise
  • Egg
  • Salt
  • Dry Mustard
  • Lemon or Lemon Juice
  • Oil

See recipe card for quantities.

Instructions

You can use a mini food processor or a hand blender (immersion blender) to make homemade mayonnaise, just follow the same steps.

Take your egg out in advance because you want to use an egg at room temperature. If you forgot, don't worry!

HINT: If you forgot to take your egg out, just place it in some warm water for about 10 minutes to bring the temperature of the egg up to room temperature.

Place a raw cracked egg in a jar that is wide enough to fit your emersion blender.

Add your seasonings.

Add only ¼ cup of the oil.

HINT: Only add ¼ cup of the oil, do not add all the oil at once otherwise it will prevent the oil from emulsifying properly.

Egg in a jar
Step 1
Egg in a jar with oil and seasoning
Step 2

Begin to blend all of the ingredients. Move your blender up and down and from side to side until the oil and egg begin to emulsify.

Making Mayonnaise in a jar with a hand mixer
Step 3
Making Mayonnaise in a jar with a hand mixer
Step 4

Add the remaining oil a little at a time, waiting each time for the contents to emulsify before adding more oil

Making Mayonnaise in a jar with a hand mixer
Step 5
Making Mayonnaise in a jar with a hand mixer
Step 6

Once you have incorporated all of the oil, add lemon juice. You can add the lemon juice and manually stir it in with a spoon.

Store in a jar in the refrigerator.

Using Raw Eggs

If you are allergic to eggs, then I'm afraid this recipe isn't for you. Use pasteurized eggs to make this recipe. Pasteurized eggs have been warmed to a specific temperature to kill any dangerous bacteria.

The use of the lemon juice also raises the temperature of the egg killing any dangerous bacteria. If you are worried about consuming raw eggs, you should proceed carefully and do what's right for you.

Substitutions and Variations

Here are some ideas on bringing this homemade mayonnaise up a notch.

  • Lemon juice - instead of lemon juice, use balsamic vinegar.
  • Spice - use cayenne pepper, or other spices to change the flavor.
  • Garlic - add garlic to make a garlic aioli. For a less intense flavor, cook your garlic prior to adding it.
  • Base - Use your mayonnaise as a base to make garlic aioli, ranch, siracha mayo or caesar dressings.

Add your own personal touch by adding your favorite spice or seasoning.

Reflection: Cooking is like science, you need to experiment with different combinations to come up with the perfect result (for you). But, don't worry if it's not perfect. Pat yourself on the back for trying, you deserve it! Just try and figure out what you did wrong and do it different next time.

Equipment

Equipment can have a big impact on how a recipe turns out. For this recipe, an immersion blender works the best.

You can use a hand mixer or mini food processor, too, just follow the same steps.

This page contains affiliate links, which means I may receive commissions if you choose to purchase through links I provide (at no extra cost to you). Thank you for supporting the work I put into this site! As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

Storage

Store your homemade mayonnaise in an air-tight container. A mason jar works best. Store it in the refrigerator for not longer than one week.

These ingredients don't stand up well to freezing.

Food Safety

Note that the storage guidelines provided on this page and site are estimates from personal experiences. We are all adults and as an adult you are responsible to ensure that the food you eat is safe to eat. Since, I'm not a food safety expert, you are responsible to review your local guidelines on food storage prior to storing any food left-overs.

Remember to:

  • Not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
  • Wash hands after touching raw meat
  • Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
  • Never leave cooking food unattended
  • Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
  • Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove

For Canadian Guidelines check the Government of Canada Food Safety Guidelines or see more guidelines at USDA.gov.

This page contains affiliate links, which means I may receive commissions if you choose to purchase through links I provide (at no extra cost to you). Thank you for supporting the work I put into this site! As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

Top tips

Slay this recipe by using an egg at room temperature and by starting the emulsification process with only ¼ cup of the oil.

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Recipe Details

Homemade mayonnaise in a mason jar

How to Make Homemade Mayonnaise

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Homemade Mayonnaise isn't so as hard to make as you think. Follow these simple steps on How to Make Homemade Mayonnaise with your favorite oil and you won't go wrong.
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Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Total Time 20 minutes mins
Course Sides and Sauces
Cuisine American
Servings 16 Tablespoons
Calories 45 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 egg at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 1 cup and ¼ cup oil separated (for Whole30 use a compatible oil)
  • Juice of ½ lemon

Instructions
 

  • You can use a mini food processor or a hand mixer (immersion blender) to make homemade mayonnaise, just follow the same steps.
  • Take your egg out in advance because you want to use an egg at room temperature. If you forgot, don't worry! HINT: If you forgot to take your egg out, just place it in some warm water for about 10 minutes to bring the temperature of the egg up to room temperature.
  • Place the egg in a jar that is wide enough to fit your emersion blender.
  • Add salt and dry mustard and only ¼ cup of the oil. HINT: Only add ¼ cup of the oil, do not add all the oil at once because it will prevent the oil from emulsifying properly.
  • Begin to blend all of the ingredients. Move your blender up and down and from side to side until the oil and egg begin to emulsify.
  • Add the remaining oil a little at a time, waiting each time for the contents to emulsify before adding more oil.
  • Once you have incorporated all of the oil, add lemon juice. You can add the lemon juice and manually stir it in with a spoon.
  • Store in a jar in the refrigerator.

Video

Nutrition

Serving: 1TablespoonCalories: 45kcalCarbohydrates: 2gFat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 12mgSodium: 146mgSugar: 2g
Keyword Avocado Mayonnaise, Healthy Food, Homemade Mayonnaise, whole30
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