Authentic Aioli Recipe: The Ultimate Garlic Mayonnaise

Name: Authentic Aioli Recipe: The Ultimate Garlic Mayonnaise
Total time: 15 mins
Ingredients: 4 large cloves fresh garlic, peeled and sliced; 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt, or other course-grain salt; 1 teaspoon lemon juice, or more to taste; 0.5 cup light, extra-virgin olive oil; 1 teaspoon water to adjust texture, or more as needed

Unlock the flavors of the Mediterranean with this simple aioli recipe. Creamy, garlicky, and utterly delicious, aioli is the perfect accompaniment to vegetables, seafood, and grilled meats. Elevate your meals with this culinary staple!

Total time15 mins
Prep time15 mins
Yield2/3 cup, 6

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Ingredients

4 large cloves fresh garlic, peeled and sliced
0.5 teaspoon kosher salt, or other course-grain salt
1 teaspoon lemon juice, or more to taste
0.5 cup light, extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon water to adjust texture, or more as needed

Instructions

Crush garlic cloves with kosher salt in a mortar. Grind into a smooth paste using a pestle for 4-5 minutes. Stir in fresh lemon juice.
Gradually add olive oil, starting with one teaspoon. Mash and stir until fully incorporated. Continue adding olive oil, teaspoon by teaspoon, ensuring each addition is fully emulsified before adding more. If the aioli becomes too thick, thin with a few drops of water.

Nutrition

Calories: 173 kcal
Fat Content: 19 g
Serving Size: 2/3 cup
Fiber Content: 0 g
Sugar Content: 0 g
Sodium Content: 161 mg
Protein Content: 0 g
Carbohydrate Content: 1 g
Saturated Fat Content: 3 g
Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g