Ingredients:

  • 1 cup (240g) high-quality mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 tsp lemon zest, finely grated
  • 1/2 cup (120g) dill pickle relish
  • 1 tbsp (15g) non-pareil capers, drained and roughly chopped
  • 1 tbsp (10g) shallots, minced finely
  • 1 tsp (5ml) Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh Italian parsley, minced
  • 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1 pinch salt to taste

Instructions:

  1. Mince aromatics. Chop the shallots, capers, dill, and parsley as finely as possible. Note: Consistent sizing ensures you don't get a huge bite of raw onion in one mouthful.
  2. Zest the lemon. Grate 1 tsp of lemon zest directly into the mixing bowl. Note: The oils are most potent right when they are released.
  3. Create the base. Whisk the 1 cup of mayonnaise, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1/2 tsp Dijon, and 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce together until the mixture looks glossy and smooth.
  4. Incorporate seasonings. Add 1/4 tsp black pepper and a pinch of salt. Note: Pepper provides a floral heat that balances the fat.
  5. Fold in pickles. Add the 1/2 cup dill relish and drained capers. Gently stir until the green flecks are evenly distributed.
  6. Add the fresh greens. Fold in the minced dill and parsley. The sauce should look vibrant and speckled.
  7. Final stir. Add the minced shallots. Mix until the aromatics are fully submerged.
  8. Chill and set. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes. Wait until the sauce feels firm and the flavors smell integrated. The goal here is a sauce that stands up on a spoon. If you stir it too vigorously after adding the relish, the salt in the pickles will draw out moisture and thin the sauce. Treat those final folds with a bit of gentleness. Broccoli Rice Casserole with Silky Cheese Sauce for 8 Servings — Enjoy this scratch-made Broccoli Rice Casserole. This creamy veggie side dish...Homemade Teriyaki Sauce: Best 10-Minute Sticky Glaze Recipe — Make the ultimate Homemade Teriyaki Sauce in just 10 minutes. This easy Teriy...Meat Sauce Recipe: Restaurant Quality in 60 Minutes — Master this meat sauce recipe using red wine deglazing for a velvety finish. ... $img_2$