Chef George's Homemade Mayonnaise

Chef George Professional Series

Thick. Glossy. Built from Scratch.

Yield: 16 oz

Ingredients

  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 2 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp white wine vinegar
  • 14 oz neutral oil (canola, sunflower, avocado, or light vegetable oil)
  • ½ tsp kosher salt
  • Optional: 1–2 drops Maggi seasoning for subtle umami depth
Chef George's Homemade Mayonnaise

Instructions:

  1. Combine egg yolks, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, vinegar, and salt.
  2. Whisk vigorously or use an immersion blender.
  3. Slowly drizzle in the oil until emulsification begins.
  4. Continue adding oil until thick, smooth, and glossy.
  5. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
  6. Refrigerate immediately in a sanitized airtight container.

Chef Egg Pasteurization Methods:

Method 1

Quick Chef Water Bath
  • Heat water to 140°F (60°C)
  • Place eggs (in shell) into the water
  • Maintain 140–142°F for 3 minutes
  • Remove and cool immediately
  • Separate yolks and use as normal

Method 2

Extended Water Bath
  • Heat water to 140°F (60°C)
  • Hold eggs in shell for 5 minutes
  • Cool immediately
  • Additional margin of safety while maintaining usability

Method 3

Sous Vide — Most Accurate
  • Set sous vide circulator to 135°F (57°C)
  • Hold eggs for 75 minutes
  • Transfer to an ice bath
  • Refrigerate until needed
  • Preferred professional kitchen method

Storage Guidelines:

Raw Egg Version 5–7 days refrigerated at 38°F or below
Pasteurized Egg Version 10–14 days refrigerated at 38°F or below
Container Always use a sanitized airtight container

Chef Notes:

– Drizzling the oil slowly is the single most important step. Too fast and the emulsion breaks.

– An immersion blender gives you the most consistent, foolproof result — especially for large batches.

– The Maggi seasoning is optional but adds a layer of umami that makes this mayo exceptional in Caesar dressings and aiolis.

– Sous vide is the preferred professional method for raw-emulsion recipes requiring pasteurized eggs.

– Discard immediately if off odors, mold, or unusual separation develops.

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