Easy Homemade Garlic Aioli
A simple recipe for creamy, flavorful garlic aioli that enhances sandwiches, vegetables, and seafood.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Total Time: 10 min
- Yield: 1 cup 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup neutral oil (like canola or grapeseed)
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the egg yolk, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and minced garlic until well combined.
- Slowly drizzle in the neutral oil, whisking constantly, until the mixture begins to emulsify and thicken.
- Continue to slowly drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil while continuing to whisk until the aioli is thick and creamy.
- Season with salt and black pepper to your preference.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Notes
- For a smoother aioli, you can use an immersion blender or food processor.
- Add fresh herbs like parsley or chives for extra flavor.
- Adjust garlic amount based on your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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