What makes mayonnaise so important in Dutch food?

Mayonnaise? In the Netherlands? They don't seem to know what mayonnaise is. They use something that looks like mayonnaise, but tastes more like vanilla cream. It is very sweet and it is often called (more honestly) Fritessaus. Normally, Mayonnaise... read more

I might as well ask why donuts and popcorn are so important in american food. Or why baked beans and hash browns are part of an English breakfast. There are so many variations on this theme, throughout the world different cultures/countries do different things. I can't give an answer. read more

Gordon Ramsay has a traditional mayonnaise that he makes in a food processor. It could also be made in a blender, or if you are me in a kitchen aid. read more