Description
A creamy, flavorful Roasted Garlic Aioli combining the sweet, mellow richness of roasted garlic with a smooth mayonnaise base, brightened by lemon juice and enhanced with Dijon mustard and olive oil. Perfect as a versatile dip, spread, or dressing to elevate sandwiches, roasted vegetables, and seafood dishes.
Ingredients
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Roasted Garlic Aioli Ingredients
- 2 whole garlic bulbs
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (plus extra for roasting)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Roast the Garlic: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the tops off the garlic bulbs to expose the cloves. Drizzle with olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast for 30-40 minutes until the cloves are soft and golden brown. Allow the garlic to cool before continuing.
- Squeeze and Mash the Garlic: Once cooled, squeeze the roasted garlic cloves out of their skins into a small bowl and mash into a smooth paste using a fork or spoon. The garlic should be soft and easily spreadable.
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the mashed garlic, mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Slowly drizzle in olive oil while whisking continuously to emulsify and create a silky smooth aioli.
- Adjust Seasonings: Taste and adjust salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed for perfect balance. Chill the aioli for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld beautifully before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh garlic bulbs for the best roasted garlic flavor.
- Roasting garlic mellows its sharpness for a sweeter, richer taste compared to raw garlic.
- Add olive oil gradually to ensure proper emulsification and creamy texture.
- Chill the aioli before serving to thicken and deepen the flavor.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge and use within one week for optimal freshness.
- Optional garnishes include fresh chopped parsley, smoked paprika, or a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.
- Variations include adding fresh herbs, a spicy kick with cayenne or smoked paprika, substituting vegan mayonnaise, blending half mayo with avocado, or adding citrus zest.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0.3g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0.2g
- Protein: 0.3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg