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Garlic Aioli

A rich and creamy homemade garlic aioli packed with bold flavor, perfect as a dip, spread, or sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

Aioli Base
  • 2 egg yolks room temperature
  • 3-4 cloves garlic minced into paste
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 cup light olive oil
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 0.5 tsp salt to taste

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Mash garlic with a pinch of salt into a smooth paste.
  2. Whisk egg yolks, garlic paste, mustard, and lemon juice together.
  3. Slowly add oil drop by drop while whisking continuously to emulsify.
  4. Once thickened, drizzle in remaining oil in a thin stream while whisking.
  5. Adjust thickness with a teaspoon of warm water if needed.
  6. Season with salt and extra lemon juice to taste.
  7. Refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use pasteurized eggs for food safety if serving to at-risk individuals.