1 1/2 c Mayonnaise
3 Shallots; minced
4 Cornichons; (French sour
; gherkins, available
; at specialty foods
; shops and some
; supermarkets),
; minced
18 Green olives; (preferably
; brine-cured),
; pitted and chopped
1 1/2 tb Minced fresh tarragon leaves
1 tb Cider vinegar; or to taste
Tabasco to taste
In a small bowl whisk together the mayonnaise, the shallots, the
cornichons, the olives, the tarragon, the vinegar, and the Tabasco until
the tartar sauce is combined well. (The sauce may be made 1 day in advance
and kept covered and chilled).
Makes about 2 cups.
Yields
1 servings