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Garlic Aioli

Profile photo of chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked Spoon Jessica Randhawa
December 7, 2021
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Last Updated December 7, 2021 | 0 Comments

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Garlic Aioli is a super flavorful sauce or dip that goes perfectly with all your favorite recipes like sandwiches, burgers, fries, fish, and so much more! Here I will show you how to make this super easy garlic aioli recipe using just a handful of super simple delicious ingredients.

Over head image of a small round shallow bowl filled with creamy garlic aioli garnished with fresh parsley.

Easy Garlic Aioli Recipe

I call this my cheater garlic aioli recipe since we’re making it with store-bought mayonnaise. Truthfully, I’m totally ok with that. Life is all about picking your battles and whipping and whisking together my own emulsified mayonnaise is a battle I do not wish to fight.

Anyway, you may use whatever mayonnaise you’d like: regular, low-fat, olive oil mayo, avocado oil mayonnaise, vegan mayo. I don’t know, what am I missing?

Making the actual aioli is super easy and shouldn’t take more than 10 minutes. In the end, you’ll have a sauce perfect for dipping all of your favorite side dishes, main dishes, and appetizers!

What is Aioli?

We all know that aiolis are creamy and delicious and a lot like mayonnaise, but are they the same thing?

Well, no. Not exactly.

They are, however, both emulsions, or substances that don’t want to mix but are forced to anyway. In the case of mayonnaise, it is made when oil is emulsified into a mixture of lemon juice or vinegar, mustard, egg yolk, and salt. Traditional “true” aioli, on the other hand, is a sauce that originated in the Mediterranean. It is made from olive oil that is emulsified with mashed garlic – just garlic. And usually lots of it.

These days you’ll find all kinds of aioli recipes. Some are completely homemade while others save time and are made with pre-made, store-bought mayonnaise.

Is Garlic Aioli Keto?

Yes. Garlic aioli is keto-approved, just make sure that the mayonnaise that you are using does not contain any added sugars or carbohydrates.

What is Garlic Aioli?

Traditionally, garlic aioli is made by emulsifying olive oil with smashed garlic. Delicious, but time-consuming, this easy (and much faster) garlic aioli recipe is made by combining mayonnaise with fresh lemon juice, fresh garlic, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.

What is Garlic Aioli Made Of?

  • Mayonnaise
  • Fresh lemon juice
  • Garlic
  • Salt & Black pepper
  • Cayenne pepper

How to Make Garlic Aioli

Start by mincing the garlic cloves. I like to use my garlic press. If you don’t have a garlic press, it’s easy to mince by hand. Next, continue to mince and mash with the side of your knife until your garlic resembles a thick paste (use a mortar and pestle if you own one).

Transfer the garlic to a small bowl. Combine with the mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper, if using. Season to taste.

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and transfer to the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or so before serving. This allows the flavors to marinate and settle.

Round shallow bowl filled with garlic aioli and garnished with parsley and served with French fries.

How to Store Garlic Aioli

Always keep leftover aioli (homemade, store-bought, or aioli made with mayo) stored in an airtight container and in the refrigerator. Use within 2-3 days.

What to Serve it With?

Aioli is a creamy and delicious condiment that can be served alongside or in place of other dips or sauces like ketchup or barbecue sauce. I love to serve it as a dip for buffalo wings, regular French fries, or sweet potato fries. I smear it on sandwiches, grilled cheese, and burgers or serve it with roasted vegetables like asparagus, Brussels sprouts, and broccoli.

Overhead image of a small serving tray filled with fresh fries, lemon wedges, and a small shallow bowl of homemade garlic aioli.

Try These Other Delicious Garlic Recipes,

  • Garlic Parmesan Roasted Potatoes
  • Honey Garlic Shrimp
  • Easy Honey Garlic Pork Chops
  • Rosemary Garlic Chicken
  • Garlic Butter Steak Bites
  • 10 Minute Garlic Bok Choy Recipe

Have you tried making this Easy Garlic Aioli Recipe?

Tell me about it in the comments below! I always love to hear your thoughts. And tag me #theforkedspoon on Instagram if you’ve made any of my recipes, I always love to see what you’re cooking in the kitchen.

Over head image of a small round shallow bowl filled with creamy garlic aioli garnished with fresh parsley.

Garlic Aioli

4.84 from 12 votes
Chef: Profile photo of chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked SpoonJessica Randhawa
Garlic Aioli is a super flavorful sauce or dip that goes perfectly with all your favorite recipes like sandwiches, burgers, fries, fish, and so much more!
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Prep Time 10 mins
Total Time 10 mins
Course Condiment
Cuisine American
Servings 16 tablespoons
Calories 96 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice - plus more to taste
  • 3 cloves garlic - minced
  • ¼ teaspoon salt - plus more to taste
  • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper - plus more to taste
  • cayenne pepper - optional, to taste
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Instructions
 

  • Combine all ingredients in a small bowl and mix well to combine. Season with additional salt, black pepper, or cayenne pepper, to taste.
  • Cover with a tight-fitting lid or plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Jessica’s Notes

Leftovers: Always keep leftovers stored in an airtight container and in the refrigerator. Use within 2-3 days.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 96kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 125mg | Potassium: 7mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 9IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 1mg

(Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and specific brands of ingredients used.)

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Jessica Randhawa is the head chef, photographer, and recipe developer of The Forked Spoon. Jessica fell in love with cooking while traveling through Asia and Europe, where she discovered her passion for good food and new adventures. Her recipes have been featured on Yahoo, MSN, USA Today, FeedFeed, and many more. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of California.

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About Jessica Randhawa

Jessica Randhawa is the head chef, photographer, and recipe developer of The Forked Spoon. Jessica fell in love with cooking while traveling through Asia and Europe, where she discovered her passion for good food and new adventures. Her recipes have been featured on Yahoo, MSN, USA Today, FeedFeed, and many more. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of California.

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