Hello everyone, today I want to take you to know a very delicious and classic French sauce - Hollandaise (mayonnaise). As the name suggests, one of its main ingredients is egg yolk and melted butter. Let's demystify Hollandaise and see how it's made and why it's so delicious!
First, let's take a look at the main ingredients of mayonnaise. As mentioned earlier, one of the main ingredients of mayonnaise is egg yolk. In addition to this, it contains butter, lemon juice (or white vinegar), and seasonings such as spices and salt. Mixing these ingredients together in a certain proportion forms the familiar mayonnaise.
The origins of mayonnaise can be traced back to France in the 16th century, when it was considered a very luxurious sauce that could only be enjoyed by the aristocracy and the wealthy. However, with the passage of time, mayonnaise gradually entered the homes of ordinary people and became a well-known delicacy.
The process of making mayonnaise can be said to be both simple and complicated. It is simple because it does not have many raw materials; It is complicated because mayonnaise is very demanding on heat and technique. To make mayonnaise, first beat the yolk and slowly add the melted butter while stirring constantly so that the yolk and butter are completely combined. In this process, adding lemon juice or white vinegar balances the taste of mayonnaise while preventing mayonnaise from solidifying. Finally, add salt and other seasonings and stir well.
Mayonnaise is very rich in flavor, it has a strong yolk aroma with a hint of lemon sourness. This flavor makes mayonnaise the perfect accompaniment to a variety of meats, fish and vegetables. Mayonnaise is also often used to make a variety of salads, sandwiches, and french fries.
Now, did you know a little more about Hollandaise? Finally, a small question for everyone:
Do you know what other ingredients besides egg yolk can also be used to make mayonnaise? Welcome to leave a message to tell me your answer!