How To Make Mayonnaise

Making your own mayonnaise might sound like a lot of effort but it's one of those culinary flexes that really is worth the little bit of extra effort required. Sure, there's nothing wrong with a heaped tablespoon of mayonnaise from the jar. There is, in fact, a lot that's right with a heaped tablespoon of mayonnaise from the jar. But, as is often the case when it comes to cooking, nothing beats the homemade stuff.

While you might have seen recipes that require you to have the patience of a saint (and the forearm strength of a sinner) in order to properly make a smooth and satiny mayo at home, we're here to prove that you can cut a few corners without sabotaging the end result. In this month's Cheat's Guide to mayonnaise, we're going to show you how to make a tart and dreamy mayo using a few simple ingredients and a hand blender. Why? Because everyone deserves to say the sentence: "Oh, yeah, and I made the mayo myself" at least once in their life.

You'll be able to find a recipe for regular mayonnaise down below as well as a Kewpie-inspired version which might just be the most addictive condiment on the planet. Use your homemade mayo liberally and don't be afraid to share the recipe with your mates. Without further ado, here's how you can make homemade mayonnaise without any of the faff.