Even though my garden isn’t planted yet, I have a few perennial herbs peeking out that I can’t wait to use. I also don’t love store-bought mayonnaise, but when I make it myself I’m reminded that mayonnaise can actually taste great. The recipe below is easy and uses ingredients you probably have in the house. The herbs are a great way to add depth to the mayonnaise, even if you use an oil that has a deeper flavor, like olive oil. This mayonnaise also makes a great dip for veggies!
For those of you new to this series, Sarah Munro, the heroine in ONE DARK WISH, the second book in the Deadly Force series, is an 18th century historian who inherited a collection of colonial-era herbal and homeopathic remedies. And in this blog space, I’ve been sharing her recipes with you all. I’m adding this recipe to her collection because the herbs in this mayonnaise are loaded with antioxidants which can help protect against cellular damage and some of the herbs have anti-inflammatory properties than can reduce pain.
Ingredients:
- 2 egg yolks
- 1 Tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/2 cup grapeseed or avocado oil
- 1 Tablespoon chopped fresh herbs (such as parsley, dill, chives, turmeric, or ginger.
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions for Herb Mayonnaise
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and lemon juice until smooth and creamy.
- While whisking continuously, slowly drip in the oil. Keep whisking until the mixture emulsifies and thickens.
- Stir in the chopped herbs of your choice and salt and pepper to taste.
- Chill before serving.
IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER ABOUT WILD PLANTS, FORAGING, AND MAKING HERBAL REMEDIES:
I am not a medical professional and nothing written on this blog is medical advice. None of my statements have been evaluated by the FDA (I am legally required to give you this disclaimer).
It is important to do your due diligence before foraging, harvesting, and/or consuming any type of medicinal plant.
- If you are taking any medications, talk to your doctor about any potential drug interactions.
- If you are allergic to anything, make sure whatever you are foraging is not in the same family. Example: While dandelions are typically considered safe, those who are allergic to ragweed, latex, daisies, or any other plants in the same or similar families, may not be able to consume dandelion.
Always research potential side effects, dosage recommendations, and how to properly prepare and consume each medicinal plant.
Always make sure you are foraging what you believe to be. Fully prepare and study the anatomy before harvesting wild plants.
Always make sure your kitchen/work area is clean and that all materials are sterilized.
Do not forage plants from areas that have been sprayed within the past 2 years at the very least.
I am not legally or morally responsible for the health of any of my readers. Please do your own research!
