Latin Cilantro-Parsley and Thyme Mayo Spread
Just plain fresh herbs added to your favorite mayonnaise makes this an outstanding spread for a lot of uses.
Just plain fresh herbs added to your favorite mayonnaise makes this an outstanding spread for a lot of uses.
- Carbohydrate 1.79598844 g
- Cholesterol 0 mg
- Fat 7.48490864 g
- Fiber 0.109029598267555 g
- Protein 0.31159916 g
- Saturated Fat 1.038757048 g
- Serving Size 1 1 Serving (30g)
- Sodium 165.940072 mg
- Sugar 1.68695884173244 g
- Trans Fat 0.338206411999997 g
- Calories 76 calories
Step-by-step
- PLACE ALL INGREDIENTS EXCEPT THE MILK IN A BLENDER AND PULSE UNTIL BLENDED.
- SLOWLY ADD THE MILK AND PULSE UNTIL BLENDED WELL.
Using dried herbs instead of fresh ones yields a dull green paste with a muted, dusty flavor profile. Fresh cilantro, flat-leaf parsley, and thyme contain vibrant volatile oils that require mechanical shearing in a blender to release their bright compounds into the fat emulsion of mayonnaise.
Balancing Herbs and Dairy
Herbs contain high water content, which can destabilize mayonnaise if added improperly. Pulsing the garlic, herbs, and mayonnaise first allows the solids to break down uniformly before introducing liquids. Milk thins the mixture to a spreadable consistency, but adding more than a quarter cup will break the emulsion, resulting in a watery sauce rather than a thick spread. Whole milk provides better body than skim milk due to its higher fat content.Storage and Service
Fresh herb emulsions oxidize rapidly when exposed to ambient air. Store this spread in an airtight glass container in the refrigerator for no longer than three days to maintain its bright green color and fresh flavor. Let the condiment sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before serving to soften the chilled fats and allow the aromatic compounds to express fully.
