Remoulade Sauce

Name: Remoulade Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: French
Ingredients: 1 cup mayonnaise; 2 tbsp Dijon mustard; 1 tbsp capers, drained, chopped; 2 tbsp cornichons or dill pickles, finely chopped; 1 shallot, minced; 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped; 2 tsp fresh tarragon, chopped; 2 tsp fresh chives, chopped; 1/2 tsp paprika; 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice; 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

A classic French mayonnaise-based sauce with capers, herbs, pickles, and spices. Perfect for seafood, particularly crab cakes, fried fish, or as a zesty dip for vegetables.

15 minEasyServes 8120 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 cup mayonnaise
2 tbsp Dijon mustard
1 tbsp capers, drained, chopped
2 tbsp cornichons or dill pickles, finely chopped
1 shallot, minced
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
2 tsp fresh tarragon, chopped
2 tsp fresh chives, chopped
1/2 tsp paprika
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

1

In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup mayonnaise and 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, whisking until smooth.
2

Add 1 tbsp drained, chopped capers, 2 tbsp finely chopped cornichons or dill pickles, and 1 minced shallot, stirring to incorporate.
3

Stir in the fresh herbs: 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, 2 tsp chopped fresh tarragon, and 2 tsp chopped fresh chives.
4

Add 1/2 tsp paprika, 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper. Mix thoroughly.
5

Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
6

Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld. The sauce will keep in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

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Questions

What can I use instead of capers in Remoulade Sauce?

The entry for Remoulade Sauce calls for 1 tbsp capers, drained, chopped. In its place: Chopped green olives give the same briny pop.

How hot is Remoulade Sauce?

Moderately. The heat in Remoulade Sauce comes from 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper. For a milder plate, halve the cayenne; nothing else in the method changes. For more, add it at the table rather than in the pot, so everyone sets their own level.

Is Remoulade Sauce vegan?

No, though it is vegetarian. What keeps it from vegan is 1 cup mayonnaise. For fully plant-based entries, see the vegan sauce collection.

Does Remoulade Sauce contain eggs?

Yes: 1 cup mayonnaise. The full allergen list for this entry is eggs. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many calories are in Remoulade Sauce?

One serving (the recipe makes 8) is about 120 calories, with 0 g protein, 30 g carbohydrate and 0 g fat, plus 91 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

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