What to do with leftover cornichons

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Cornichons are crunchy and flavourful mini pickles, often added to pâtés and sauces. Find out how you can use up leftover cornichons in your cooking.

Recipes with cornichons

How to use up leftover cornichons

Cornichon mayonnaise
Finely chop a handful of cornichons, then mix with 100g fresh mayo, the juice of 1/2 lemon and 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley. Season well, then serve with fish or spread on sandwiches.
Cornichon relish
Finely slice 2 large red onions, then fry in olive oil with 2 tsp brown sugar and 1 crushed garlic clove until caramelised. Stir in 100g finely chopped cornichons, 300g sweetcorn kernels and the juice of 1/2 lemon. Allow to cool. Great on burgers or cheese on toast.