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Lemon Mayonnaise

Ingredients

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  • egg yolks8
  • extra virgin olive oil, divided1/2 cup
  • lemon juice, freshly squeezed2 tbsp
  • cayenne pepper1 tsp
  • salt3/4 tsp
  • white pepper3/4 tsp
  • lemon zest, finely grated2 tsp

Method 3 steps

  1. Whisk together all ingredients except for oil in a large bowl.

  2. One tablespoon at a time, slowly drizzle in oil while continually and vigorously whisking. Do not stop whisking, or the mayonnaise may separate.

  3. Keep refrigerated for up to 3 weeks in a nonreactive container.

Region evidence: no stated origin (basic dish)