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Caper-Saffron Mayonnaise

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Offer this colorful condiment with assorted grilled vegetables or grilled tuna. It's also great when paired with fried calamari or used in tuna or potato salad.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes about 1 cup

Ingredients

1 tablespoon water
1/2 teaspoon packed saffron threads
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup drained capers plus 1 teaspoon caper liquid
2 tablespoons mixed chopped fresh herbs (such as thyme, oregano and parsley) or 2 teaspoons dried
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic

Preparation

  1. Bring water and saffron to simmer in small saucepan. Remove from heat; let stand 10 minutes. Place mayonnaise in small bowl; whisk in saffron mixture. Add remaining ingredients; stir until blended. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and chill at least 2 hours. (Can be made 3 days ahead. Keep chilled.)

TagsCondimentAmericanSaffronHerbs & SpicesThymeOreganoParsleyLemonCitrusFruitGarlicRoot VegetableVegetableSideLunchDinnerGluten FreeNut FreeVegetarianMake AheadEasyQuickSimmerBon Appétit
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