Celery, Mayonnaise

Celery, Mayonnaise

A classic celery salad with homemade mayonnaise.

Ingredients

  • 1 each Egg yolk
  • 1 pinch Mustard
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 1 pinch Black pepper
  • 1/2 each Lemon juice
  • as needed Water
  • 4 ounces Olive oil
  • 1 small spoonful Boiling water
  • 6 heads Celery

Instructions

  1. 1In a bowl, whisk together the egg yolk, mustard, salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Gradually whisk in the olive oil, drop by drop, until the mixture emulsifies and thickens. Add a small spoonful of boiling water and whisk to combine.
  2. 2Wash the celery heads thoroughly and wipe them dry with a towel. Cut the celery into pieces and place them in a salad bowl.
  3. 3Pour the mayonnaise over the celery and mix well. Serve immediately. (Optional: Curl the celery by twisting each branch around a skewer and placing it in cold water for a decorative effect.)
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