Mayonnaise

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Mayonnaise

Mayonnaise (pronunciation: /ˈmeɪəneɪz/), often abbreviated as mayo, is a thick, creamy dressing often used as a condiment. It is a stable emulsion of oil, egg yolk, and an acid, either vinegar or lemon juice, with many options for embellishment with other herbs and spices.

Etymology

The term "mayonnaise" is derived from the French word "moyeu", which means yolk of an egg. It was first used in the mid-18th century and is believed to have been named after the city of Mahon in Menorca, Spain, where it was particularly popular.

Ingredients

  • Oil: The main ingredient in mayonnaise, usually a neutral-tasting oil like canola or soybean.
  • Egg yolk: Acts as the emulsifier to prevent the oil and acid from separating.
  • Vinegar or Lemon juice: The acid in the recipe, which gives mayonnaise its tang.

Related Terms

  • Aioli: A Mediterranean sauce made of garlic and olive oil; some regions use an emulsifier such as egg.
  • Miracle Whip: A product manufactured by Kraft Foods, sold as a dressing similar to mayonnaise.
  • Salad cream: A creamy, pale yellow condiment similar to mayonnaise, popular in the United Kingdom.
  • Tartar sauce: A condiment based on mayonnaise but with added ingredients, particularly pickles or pickle juice.

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