What is it?

Crisp cornichons contribute a tangy edge to anything they’re added to. The French-style sour gherkins are unripe baby cucumbers that have been pickled in a vinegary brine.

Cornichons—French for “little horns”—are traditionally served with pâtés and cured meats and fish.

Don’t have it?

If cornichons aren’t available in your area, try substituting baby dill pickles

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Recipes

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  Sweet and Spicy Tuna Tartines

  This elevated open-face tuna sandwich packs a ton of disparate flavors that come together for an incredible bite.

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  Cornichon and Sweet Onion Relish

  This tangy relish is great served as a topping for bruschetta or hot dogs, or can be mixed into potato, tuna or chickens salads, or used as a sandwich spread.

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  Pot-au-Feu

  Pot-au-feu is akin to a New England or Irish boiled dinner, but it packs much more flavor, thanks to the addition of a bouquet garni, which perfumes the broth, and…

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  Beef Tenderloin with Cornichon-Caper Herb Sauce

  Capers and cornichons add briny flavor to this pesto-like sauce, brightening up the buffet-table standard of cool (or room temperature) roasted beef tenderloin.

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  Grilled Steak and Watercress Sandwiches

  Peppery watercress is a perfect counterpoint to the bold flavors of the dressing on this super-size and satisfying sandwich.

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  Flat Omelet with Scallions and Pickles

  Eggs are a delicious source of protein in this elegant lunch or light dinner. They can be cooked a day ahead and taste great at room temperature, too.

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  Celery Root Rémoulade

  This classic French side dish features a creamy dressing of mayonnaise, mustard, anchovies, cornichons, and herbs.

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  Grilled Halibut with Tarragon-Caper Mayonnaise

  This tangy tarragon-infused sauce complements mildly flavored fish. If you can't find halibut, tuna steaks are also a good pairing. Most mayonnaise is made with an egg yolk, but this recipe…

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  Roasted Potato Salad with Crispy Prosciutto & Mustard Vinaigrette

  This salad is perfect with grilled pork chops or roasted pork tenderloin.

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  Catalan Vinaigrette

  You can substitute small dill pickles for the cornichons, but the vinaigrette won’t be quite as sharp. Sherry vinegar adds an aromatic sweetness, but wine vinegar works, too. For more…