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Zesty Dill Pickle Tartar Sauce

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A quick and easy homemade tartar sauce with a zesty twist from dill pickles, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard, perfect for crispy seafood dishes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup mayonnaise (240 ml)
  • 3–4 medium-sized dill pickles, finely chopped
  • 1–2 tablespoons dill pickle juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon capers, chopped (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Finely chop 3-4 medium-sized dill pickles into small pieces (about 1/8 inch).
  2. If using, roughly chop 1 tablespoon of capers and finely chop 1 tablespoon of fresh dill. Set aside.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together 1 cup mayonnaise, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, and 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice until smooth.
  4. Add 1 to 2 tablespoons dill pickle juice, starting with 1 tablespoon, then taste and add more if desired. Stir well.
  5. Add the chopped dill pickles, capers, fresh dill, and 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder to the bowl. Mix gently but thoroughly.
  6. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper a little at a time, stirring and tasting to balance flavors.
  7. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Overnight chilling is recommended for best flavor.

Notes

Use crunchy dill pickles (not sweet bread-and-butter) for best texture and flavor. Adjust pickle juice to control tanginess. Chill sauce for at least 30 minutes before serving. For a lighter version, substitute mayo with Greek yogurt or vegan mayo. If sauce is too thick, thin with extra pickle juice or water. Season gradually to avoid over-salting.

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