Copycat Luby’s Tartar Sauce

This is a delicious version of the classic Tartar sauce served at Luby’s, A creamy sauce that will add an awesome taste to your dishes, especially seafood meals.

I’ve been wanting to make Tartar sauce for a while now, but I’ve noticed many food blogs have already shared numerous recipes. That got me thinking: why not recreate the Tartar sauces I love from my favorite restaurants? That’s why I decided to start with this Copycat Luby’s Tartar Sauce. I especially enjoy having Chicken Fried Steak with Tartar sauce at Luby’s, so making their copycat tartar sauce seemed like the perfect place to begin.

Also, I love to pair this Luby’s Tartar Sauce with seafood dishes such as shrimp or Salmon Tempura.

What is Luby’s Tartar Sauce?

Luby’s Tartar Sauce is a special kind of the classic Tartar Sauce sauce they make at Luby’s restaurants. It’s creamy and tangy, made with mayonnaise, chopped pickles, onions, parsley, lemon juice, mustard, sugar, salt, and pepper. People really like it at Luby’s because it adds a yummy flavor to their seafood meals, like fish or shrimp. Also, the sauce can be used as dipping, spreading in sandwiches, or even marinade.

Ingredients

• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped dill pickles
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

How to Make Luby’s Tartar Sauce?

Step 1:

Chop the dill pickles, onion, and parsley into tiny pieces. Make sure they are all cut very small so they mix well in the sauce.

Step 2:

Put the mayonnaise, chopped dill pickles, onion, and parsley into a medium-sized mixing bowl. Stir everything together until it’s well mixed.

Step 3:

Pour the lemon juice, Dijon mustard, sugar, salt, and ground black pepper into the bowl. And Stir again.

Step 4:

Taste the tartar sauce. If it needs more flavor, you can add a bit more lemon juice or a little more salt.

Step 5:

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or put the sauce into an airtight container. Place it in the fridge for at least 30 minutes, Once it’s ready you can enjoy it.

Kitchen Equipment Needed

• Cutting board
• Chef’s knife
• Medium-sized mixing bowl
• Measuring spoons
• Spoon or spatula for mixing
• Plastic wrap or an airtight container for storage

Helpful Tips!

• Remember that Fresh dill pickles, onion, and parsley will give you the best Luby’s Tartar Sauce.
• Let the sauce chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
• You can use vegan mayo if you don’t eat eggs.
• If the sauce is too thick, add a bit of pickle juice.

What to Serve with Luby’s Tartar Sauce?

You can serve Luby’s Tartar Sauce with lots of yummy foods! It’s great with fish sticks or fried fish, I love to enjoy it with some Salmon Tempura besides carrot sticks. It’s super yummy with its kind of crunchy vegetables, And don’t forget to use it as dipping for your potato chips, it’s really tasty.

FAQ

Can I use sweet pickles instead of dill pickles?

Yes, you can use sweet pickles if you prefer a sweeter tartar sauce.

How long does homemade tartar sauce last?

Homemade tartar sauce can last up to one week in the refrigerator if stored in an airtight container.

Can I use dried parsley instead of fresh?

Fresh parsley gives the best flavor, but if you only have dried, use about 1 teaspoon.

Is this recipe gluten-free?

Yes, Luby’s Tartar Sauce is gluten-free as long as your mayonnaise and Dijon mustard are certified gluten-free.

Can I make this tartar sauce vegan?

Yes, you can replace regular mayonnaise with vegan mayonnaise to make this sauce vegan.

What if I don’t have Dijon mustard?

You can use yellow mustard or a bit of prepared horseradish as a substitute, though the flavor will be a little bit different.

Can I add other ingredients to this recipe?

Yes, like hot sauce, some capers, or even a bit of garlic powder for extra flavor. But you must know that the taste will be changed.

Conclusion

Luby’s Tartar Sauce is so easy and tasty, especially with seafood! Make it at home using my copycat recipe and enjoy the creamy, tangy flavor just like at Luby’s. Try it out and let me know how it turns out for you. If you like it, share the recipe with your friends and family, and remember to subscribe to my blog for more creamy sauce recipes.