This easy homemade mayonnaise, inspired by Gordon Ramsay, is smooth, creamy, and full of rich flavor. Made with simple ingredients like egg yolks, Dijon mustard, and sunflower oil, it comes together in minutes. Customize it with lemon juice or vinegar for a tangy twist!
Ingredients Needed:
- 2 egg yolks
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 250ml sunflower oil
- 2 tsp white wine vinegar or lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
How To Make Gordon Ramsay Mayonnaise
- Mix the Base: In a bowl, whisk the egg yolks and Dijon mustard until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- Slowly add the Oil: While whisking continuously, add a few drops of sunflower oil at a time, making sure it blends well before adding more. This helps the mixture emulsify and thicken.
- Increase the Oil Gradually: Once the mixture starts to thicken, slowly pour in the oil in a thin stream, whisking constantly to prevent curdling.
- Finish with Vinegar or Lemon Juice: When all the oil is incorporated and the mayonnaise is thick and creamy, whisk in the white wine vinegar or lemon juice. Adjust seasoning to taste.

What Oil Does Gordon Ramsay Use For Mayonnaise?
Sunflower oil is Gordon Ramsay’s go-to for mayonnaise because of its neutral taste and smooth.
Recipe Tips
- Use room temperature ingredients to help the mayonnaise emulsify properly.
- If the mixture starts to split, whisk in a teaspoon of warm water to bring it back together.
- For extra flavor, try adding garlic, herbs, or a pinch of paprika.
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Gordon Ramsay Mayonnaise Recipe
Course: Side DishesCuisine: FrenchDifficulty: Easy1
cup (about 8 servings)10
minutes110
kcalThis easy homemade mayonnaise, inspired by Gordon Ramsay, is smooth, creamy, and full of rich flavor. Made with simple ingredients like egg yolks, Dijon mustard, and sunflower oil, it comes together in minutes. Customize it with lemon juice or vinegar for a tangy twist!
Ingredients
2 egg yolks
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
250ml sunflower oil
2 tsp white wine vinegar or lemon juice
Salt and pepper, to taste
Directions
- Mix the Base: In a bowl, whisk the egg yolks and Dijon mustard until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- Slowly add the Oil: While whisking continuously, add a few drops of sunflower oil at a time, making sure it blends well before adding more. This helps the mixture emulsify and thicken.
- Increase the Oil Gradually: Once the mixture starts to thicken, slowly pour in the oil in a thin stream, whisking constantly to prevent curdling.
- Finish with Vinegar or Lemon Juice: When all the oil is incorporated and the mayonnaise is thick and creamy, whisk in the white wine vinegar or lemon juice. Adjust seasoning to taste.