Broken and repaired mayonnaise in bowls

Mayonnaise and similarly prepared dressings may break for several reasons:

  • The oil was added too rapidly for the egg yolk to absorb it.
  • The sauce was allowed to become too thick.
  • The sauce became either too cold or too warm as it was being prepared.

A broken mayonnaise can be saved by combining 2 tbsp/30 mL of egg yolk with 1 tsp/5 mL water and beating the mixture until foamy. Gradually add the broken mayonnaise into the diluted yolk, whisking constantly, until the mayonnaise regains a smooth, creamy appearance.

Broken and repaired mayonnaise in bowls
A broken mayonnaise (left) and a repaired mayonnaise (right)

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It is Inevitable! Learn to Repair a Broken Mayonnaise

Broken and repaired mayonnaise in bowls
Mayonnaise and similarly prepared dressings may break for several reasons:
  • The oil was added too rapidly for the egg yolk to absorb it.
  • The sauce was allowed to become too thick.
  • The sauce became either too cold or too warm as it was being prepared.
A broken mayonnaise can be saved by combining 2 tbsp/30 mL of egg yolk with 1 tsp/5 mL water and beating the mixture until foamy. Gradually add the broken mayonnaise into the diluted yolk, whisking constantly, until the mayonnaise regains a smooth, creamy appearance.
Broken and repaired mayonnaise in bowls
A broken mayonnaise (left) and a repaired mayonnaise (right)

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