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Olive Oil Mayo with Herbs and Garlic

Ingredients

  • 2 egg yolks (large or XL)
  • 1 Tbsp white vinegar
  • 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice + more to taste
  • 1 tsp dry mustard
  • 1 tsp kosher salt + more for seasoning
  • ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper + more for seasoning
  • 1 ½ cups olive oil
  • 2 Tbsp chopped garlic
  • 1 ½ Tbsp chopped chives
  • 1 ½ Tbsp chopped parsley
  • 1 ½ Tbsp chopped tarragon

Instructions

  • Place a large bowl on a folded damp kitchen towel to keep the bowl from slipping.
  • Vigorously whisk yolks, vinegar, lemon juice, mustard, salt, pepper, and 1 Tbsp. water in a bowl to blend.
  • While whisking continuously, slowly add oil drop by drop to form an emulsion.
  • Continue whisking, slowly adding the remaining oil, until mayonnaise is smooth and creamy.
  • Fold in garlic, chives, parsley, and tarragon.
  • Season to taste with salt, pepper, and more lemon juice, if desired.