Celery mayonnaise is a homemade Chilean sauce built on a classic egg and oil emulsion, blended with fresh celery leaves, garlic, and lemon juice until it turns pale green. It takes about 20 minutes and makes enough for 6 servings.
It is the standard companion for grilled meats, sandwiches, and salads, and it works best made with celery leaves cut right before blending, when their aroma is at its peak.
How to Make Quick Celery Mayonnaise?
This mayonnaise is best made with freshly cut celery leaves, since they concentrate all the characteristic aromas and flavors of the plant.
Nutritional Information
Each serving of celery mayonnaise contains approximately 200 kcal, 1 g of carbohydrates, 22 g of fat (3 g of saturated fat), 2 g of protein, 0 g of fiber, 0 g of sugars, and 40 mg of sodium. These values are estimates and may vary depending on ingredients and portion sizes.
Homemade Chilean Celery Mayonnaise Recipe
Preparation: 20 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Ingredients
- 1 cup of celery leaves
- 150 ml (5 fl oz) of oil
- 2 tablespoons of water
- 2 tablespoons of lemon juice
- 2 eggs
- 1 garlic clove
- Fine salt
- Black pepper
Instructions
- In a tall beaker for an immersion blender or in a blender jar, add the egg yolks, process at medium speed, and pour in the oil little by little until the mixture emulsifies.
- Add the water, the garlic, and the celery leaves, season with salt and pepper to taste, and process again until you get an even mixture. Taste, adjust the seasoning, then add and blend in the lemon juice.
- Adjust to the consistency you want with the remaining oil if needed. Store in a suitable container and keep refrigerated; serve fresh alongside salads, bread, or grilled meats.
Additional Tips
Rest it before serving
Once prepared, let it rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving so the flavors come together better and the texture firms up.
Soften the garlic
If you prefer a milder mayonnaise, use just half a clove or roast it beforehand for a sweeter, more delicate flavor without losing the aromatic note.
Keep everything at room temperature
Cold eggs straight from the refrigerator are the most common reason a homemade emulsion splits, so take them out 20 minutes before you start.
| Original ingredient | Substitute | Ratio | Flavor note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raw eggs | Whole or plant-based milk | 2 eggs : 100 ml | Lighter, eggless (lactonesa) |
| Celery leaves | Finely chopped celery stalks | 1:1 | Milder, slightly more fibrous |
| Lemon juice | White wine vinegar | 1:1 | Sharper, less citrusy |
| Sunflower oil | Mild olive oil | 1:1 | Fruitier, more assertive |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. How do I stop homemade mayonnaise from splitting?
Make sure all the ingredients are at room temperature and add the oil very slowly at the start, in a thin steady stream. If it splits, you can try to rescue it by whisking a fresh yolk in another bowl and adding the broken mayonnaise to it very slowly.
2. Can I use only celery stalks instead of the leaves?
The leaves concentrate more flavor and are easier to blend until they disappear into the sauce. If you use the stalks, peel off the outer strings and chop them very finely before processing.
3. How long does this mayonnaise keep?
Because it contains raw egg, it should be eaten as fresh as possible. As a rule, it is not recommended to keep it for more than 3 days in the refrigerator in an airtight container.
4. Can I make eggless celery mayonnaise?
Yes. You can replace the eggs with milk (whole or plant-based) and follow the same process, making sure to use well-washed celery leaves.
What Is Celery Mayonnaise?
Celery mayonnaise is a homemade emulsified sauce of egg yolks and oil flavored with fresh celery leaves, garlic, and lemon, which gives it its pale green color and herbal aroma. In Chile it is served cold as an accompaniment to grilled meat, sandwiches, and salads, in the same role as classic homemade mayonnaise.
Benefits of Eating Celery
Celery stands out mainly for its fiber content and satiating properties, with a low calorie count and modest amounts of carbohydrates and protein, although of high quality. It has sedative effects and is an excellent ally of the nervous system when it comes to falling asleep, commonly consumed as a tea sweetened with honey.
Did You Know?
Celery is considered a winter vegetable, and in many places you can find both of its varieties: the white one, with a mild flavor, and the green one, more refreshing, both highly aromatic.
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