Classic Rakmacka Mayonnaise (Swedish Shrimp Sandwich Mayo)
Prep 10 min Total 10 min
Classic Rakmacka Mayonnaise (Swedish Shrimp Sandwich Mayo) - kvalifood.com
A homemade mayonnaise for the Swedish shrimp sandwich. The classic rakmacka uses plain mayonnaise as a spread, with fresh dill sprigs and a lemon wedge as garnish – not mixed into the sauce.
Ingredients
- 2 egg yolks, room temperature
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 250 ml rapeseed oil (or neutral oil)
- 1 tsp lemon juice (or white vinegar)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- black pepper, freshly ground
Directions
Place egg yolks and mustard in a bowl. Whisk until combined. Add oil very slowly – first drop by drop, then in a thin, steady stream – whisking constantly. The mixture should thicken into a stable emulsion.
Once all oil is incorporated, stir in lemon juice, salt, and pepper. If too thick, thin with a few drops of lukewarm water.
Spread on the assembled sandwich. Garnish with fresh dill sprigs and a lemon wedge.
Notes
Makes ca. 250 ml (4 sandwiches).
Rapeseed oil gives a milder flavor than olive oil and is traditional in Swedish cooking.
See Also
Brunsaus (Norwegian Brown Sauce)
Brun Sovs (Danish Brown Gravy)
Bearnaisesås (Swedish Bearnaise Sauce)
Brunsas (Swedish Brown Cream Sauce)
