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Orange Shallot Mayonnaise

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Spread on a roast pork or turkey sandwich, or use as a dip for grilled shrimp or as a dressing for a fruit salad.

Recipe information

  • Total Time

    1 1/4 hour

  • Yield

    Makes about 1 cup

Ingredients

1 to 2 navel oranges
3 tablespoons finely chopped shallot
2/3 cup mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Finely grate 1 teaspoon zest from an orange, then squeeze enough juice to measure 5 tablespoons.

    Step 2

    Boil 4 tablespoons orange juice with shallot in a very small heavy saucepan over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until juice is almost evaporated, 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer shallot to a bowl to cool, then stir in zest, mayonnaise, lemon juice, pepper, and remaining tablespoon orange juice. Chill, covered, 1 hour (for flavors to develop).

TagsCondimentSauceOrangeCitrusFruitShallotVegetableNut FreeGluten FreeDairy FreeVegetarianMeal Prep5 Ingredients or FewerSimmerGourmet
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