Composition
Based on mayonnaise, in the UK, it is made with whole eggs, white wine vinegar and oil, with the addition of chopped capers, chopped gherkins, a squeeze of lemon juice and chopped tarragon. The sauce is typically of a rough consistency.
The sauce in the US is similar, made from mayonnaise, finely chopped pickles, capers, onions (or chives) and fresh parsley. Chopped hard-boiled eggs or olives are sometimes added, as may be Dijon mustard as an emulsifier.
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