Ingredients
- 2 egg yolks, room temperature
- 1 cup olive oil (light or extra-virgin)
- 3 garlic cloves, finely minced or roasted
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Salt, to taste
- Optional: pinch of Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Decide on garlic strength: mince raw garlic for bold flavor or roast it for a milder taste.
- In a bowl, whisk egg yolks and lemon juice until fully combined.
- Slowly drizzle in olive oil while whisking constantly to create an emulsion. Start with just a few drops, then gradually add more as it thickens.
- Once creamy, whisk in the garlic and Dijon mustard if using. Adjust with salt and more lemon juice if needed.
- Quick version: Mix garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil into 1 cup of mayonnaise for a fast aioli-style sauce.
Notes
- Use room-temperature ingredients to help prevent the aioli from breaking.
- Add herbs like dill or basil for extra flavor.
- Smoked paprika or chipotle adds a smoky twist.
- Swap lemon juice for lime juice when serving with seafood.
- A drizzle of truffle oil makes it extra luxurious.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Whisking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
