Mayonnaise
Homemade mayonnaise with sunflower oil, egg, lemon juice and mustard, whipped up in the Thermomix TM7 in minutes. The emulsifying function guarantees a silky, stable sauce that never splits. Perfect as a base for dressings, dips and sandwiches, this classic condiment tastes far fresher than anything from a jar.
About this recipe
Homemade mayonnaise Thermomix TM7 style is the recipe every owner should master first, because this all-in-one kitchen machine turns four simple ingredients into a glossy, professional sauce in minutes. Sunflower oil, one fresh egg, a squeeze of lemon juice and a teaspoon of mustard are all you need; the TM7 does the rest. The emulsifying function drizzles the oil into the egg at exactly the right moment and speed, which is the secret behind a mayonnaise that never separates, the most common failure when whisking by hand. The result is noticeably fresher and lighter than shop-bought jars, with no preservatives and a tang you can adjust yourself with extra lemon or sea salt. Serve it with Belgian fries, fold it into potato salad, spread it on sandwiches, or use it as the base for aioli, ranch dressing or a quick dip. If you have been searching for easy mayonnaise recipes for your Thermomix TM7, this foolproof version belongs in your weekly repertoire.
Preparation tips
- Use your egg and lemon juice at room temperature before starting; a cold egg is the most common reason a mayonnaise emulsion fails. Take both out of the fridge half an hour ahead for a reliably thick, glossy result.
- Add the sunflower oil slowly at first. Once you see a creamy ribbon forming in the mixing bowl, you can pour the remaining oil in a steadier stream without the sauce splitting.
- Store the mayonnaise in a clean, airtight jar in the fridge and use it within a few days. A quick stir with a spoon restores the silky texture before serving with fries or in dressings.
Recipe variations
- Garlic mayonnaise: add one crushed garlic clove and a pinch of sea salt to the egg and lemon juice base for a quick aioli that is perfect with roasted vegetables or crispy Belgian fries.
- Herbed variation: blend in chopped chives, parsley and a little extra mustard at the end for a fresh green sauce that works wonderfully as a dip for crudités at a summer barbecue.
Thermomix TM7 Benefits
- Weighing precision - The Thermomix weighs the sunflower oil directly in the mixing bowl to the gram for a balanced emulsion. [Weighing]
- Perfect emulsifying - The TM7 mixes the oil gradually into the egg, creating a thick mayonnaise that never separates. [Mixing]
- Fluffy whipping - The Thermomix whips the egg and lemon juice into a frothy base before the oil goes in. [Whipping]
- Fresh grinding - The TM7 grinds whole peppercorns and sea salt into a fine seasoning, fresher than pre-ground. [Grinding]
- Gentle warming - Brief heating of the mixing bowl with warm water helps the Thermomix emulsify a chilled egg smoothly. [Heating]
Ingredients
- sunflower oil
- medium egg
- lemon juice
- mustard (optional)
- ground black pepper (optional)
- fine sea salt