tartar sauce recipe with relish

Tartar Sauce Recipe

This creamy and tangy tartar sauce is the perfect companion for your favorite seafood dishes. Whether you’re enjoying fish and chips, crab cakes, or shrimp, this homemade sauce adds a burst of freshness and flavor that elevates any meal. It’s quick to make, requires simple ingredients, and tastes far better than store-bought versions.

tartar sauce recipe with onion
tartar sauce recipe with onion

Ingredients

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 cup dill pickles, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill or parsley (finely chopped)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped onion (optional)

Directions

  • In a medium mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, chopped pickles, dill or parsley, lemon juice, sugar, and black pepper.
  • Add chopped onion if desired for extra flavor.
  • Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly combined.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning by adding more lemon juice or pickles if preferred.
  • Transfer the sauce to an airtight container or jar.

Serving Suggestions

  • Serve as a dip for fish sticks, crab cakes, or shrimp.
  • Spread on seafood sandwiches or fish burgers.
  • Pair with fish and chips, grilled salmon, or fried seafood.
  • Use as a tangy sauce for onion rings or air-fried French fries.
best tartar sauce recipe
best tartar sauce recipe

Preparation Details

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1½ cups tartar sauce