How to Make Mayonnaise

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[Narrator] Making mayonnaise.

Fresh mayonnaise is much more flavorful than store-bought,

and it's so simple to make.

Start will all your ingredients at room temperature.

First, put an egg yolk into a mixing bowl.

Next, we're going to add a spoonful of mustard.

The mustard adds flavor and helps emulsify the mixture.

Next, we'll add some vinegar and lemon juice

and whisk everything together.

(whisking)

Now, we'll gradually whisk in the oil,

starting a few drops at a time

and then gradually adding more.

Adding the oil slowly and whisking constantly

helps it get well incorporated,

which keeps the mayo from breaking.

If the mixture should separate, stop adding oil

and just whisk until everything comes together.

We'll just keep adding oil slowly

and whisking until all the oil has been absorbed

and the mixture is fully emulsified.

Emulsification is when one liquid is dispersed

and suspended in tiny droplets throughout another liquid.

Note that the egg yolk in this recipe is not cooked,

which may be of concern if there is a problem

with salmonella in your area.

In the end, the mixture should be thick and opaque.

(glass and metal clanging)

To finish, add some salt and white pepper and whisk them in.

Use the mayo right away or keep it refrigerated

in an air-tight container for up to two days.