Tarragon Mustard Lime Sauce

Tarragon is a pillar of French cuisine (think Béarnaise sauce) with a distinctive anise flavor. In this cold sauce, we utilize the emulsifying power of mustard: it helps stably mix the oil and lime juice while its heat complements the sweet aroma of tarragon. Excellent for fish.
🕒 Prep Time 10 mins
Total Time 10 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 95 kcal
🌍 Cuisine French Fusion

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Bowl
  • Whisk

Allergen Information

⚠️ Mustard

Instructions

1

Whisk together the mustard, honey, lime juice, salt, pepper, and crushed garlic until smooth.

Tip: This is the aqueous phase.
2

Slowly drizzle in the oil while whisking continuously.

Tip: Mustard helps form an emulsion, making it creamy.
3

Stir in the finely chopped tarragon.

Tip: Best when fresh.

Recipe FAQ

Can I use dried tarragon?
Yes, but soak it briefly in the lime juice at the beginning to rehydrate. The flavor will be less fresh.

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp Fresh Tarragon (chopped)
  • 2 tbsp Dijon Mustard
  • 1 whole Lime
  • 3 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 clove Garlic
  • 1 tbsp Honey
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 1 pinch Pepper