Old-Fashioned Southern Tartar Sauce Recipe
This old-fashioned southern tartar sauce is tangy, balanced, and made with simple ingredients that let the flavor shine. Using both dill and sweet relish creates a classic seafood counter taste that works just as well with grilled fish as it does with fried.
Servings 8 servings
Calories 104kcal
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 1/2 tablespoon dill relish
- 1 1/2 tablespoon sweet relish
- 2 tablespoons finely diced yellow onion
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 large garlic cloves pressed
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Combine: Add all ingredients to a small bowl.
- Whisk: Whisk until smooth and fully combined, making sure everything is evenly distributed.
Notes
- Use quality mayonnaise: A well-made mayonnaise creates a richer, smoother base and improves the overall flavor of the sauce.
- Balance the relishes: Adjust the ratio slightly if you prefer more tang from dill or more softness from sweet relish.
- Whisk thoroughly: Proper mixing ensures even flavor and prevents pockets of relish in the finished sauce.
- Taste before serving: A quick taste lets you fine-tune the balance before bringing it to the table.
- Storage: Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and generally use within 5–7 days for best flavor and texture.
Nutrition
Serving: 2tablespoons | Calories: 104kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 0.3g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 216mg | Potassium: 19mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 56IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 0.2mg
