Homemade Mayonnaise
Homemade Mayonnaise is a easy French recipe that serves 4. 270 calories per serving. Recipe by Norbert Tarayre on YouTube.
Prep: 5 min | Cook: 5 min | Total: 20 min
Cost: $0.80 total, $0.20 per serving
Ingredients
- 1 unit Egg yolk (Fresh egg at room temperature)
- 30 g Strong mustard (About 1 heaping tablespoon)
- 125 ml Vegetable oil (sunflower or rapeseed) (Neutral oil, at room temperature)
- 1 pinch Salt (Fine salt, adjust to taste)
Instructions
Prepare the ingredients
Measure 125 ml of oil, 30 g of mustard and have the egg yolk at room temperature. Have a pinch of salt within reach.
Time: PT2M
Mix the yolk, mustard and salt
In the bowl, place the egg yolk, add the mustard and the pinch of salt. Whisk vigorously until you obtain a homogeneous mixture.
Time: PT1M
Incorporate the oil slowly
Start pouring the oil drop by drop while whisking constantly. As soon as the sauce begins to thicken, increase the stream slightly while continuing to whisk until all the oil is incorporated and the mayonnaise is firm and glossy.
Time: PT5M
Adjust the seasoning
Taste the mayonnaise and correct the salt or add a bit more mustard if you want it spicier. Mix one last time.
Time: PT1M
Transfer and store
Pour the mayonnaise into an airtight container (glass jar or plastic box). Close and place in the refrigerator. Consume within 3 days.
Time: PT1M
Temperature: 4°C
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 270
- Protein
- 1 g
- Carbohydrates
- 1 g
- Fat
- 30 g
- Fiber
- 0 g
Dietary info: Vegetarian, Gluten‑free, low-carb, keto-friendly, low-calorie
Allergens: Eggs, Mustard
Last updated: April 7, 2026






