Saffron Mayonnaise
Makes 1 cup
- Active time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min

This sauce was created especially for our Homemade French Fries with Five Dipping Sauces recipe, part of our Gourmet Modern Menu: Burger Bash. Click here to view the full menu.
Published in Gourmet Live
08.01.12
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1/2 teaspoon crumbled saffron threads
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon sherry vinegar or red wine vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
INSTRUCTIONS:
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Bring water and saffron just to a boil in a small saucepan. Remove from heat. Stir, then let steep, uncovered, 10 minutes, to release saffron color and flavor.
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Whisk together mayonnaise, sherry vinegar, and garlic in a bowl. Gradually whisk in saffron water.
COOKS' NOTE:
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Mayonnaise can be made 3 days ahead and chilled, covered. Bring to room temperature before serving.
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