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Easy 5-Minute Creamy Garlic Aioli Sauce

A close-up of freshly whipped, creamy garlic aioli served in a small white fluted ramekin.

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Make this creamy garlic aioli in five minutes using simple ingredients. This homemade aioli sauce is perfect for dipping fries, spreading on sandwiches, or serving with roasted vegetables.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup good quality mayonnaise
  • 3 large cloves fresh garlic, minced very finely
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional, for richness)

Instructions

  1. Place the minced garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper into a small bowl. Let this mixture sit for two minutes to allow the garlic flavor to infuse the acid.
  2. Add the mayonnaise to the bowl.
  3. Whisk the ingredients together until the mixture is completely smooth and uniform.
  4. If using, slowly whisk in the olive oil until fully incorporated, which adds a richer texture.
  5. Taste the aioli and adjust salt or lemon juice as needed.
  6. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving to let the flavors blend. This is the best aioli sauce for maximizing flavor.

Notes

  • For a restaurant style aioli with deeper flavor, substitute the fresh garlic with 1 tablespoon of roasted garlic puree.
  • This homemade aioli recipe keeps well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
  • Use this as a quick dipping sauce for appetizers or as a flavorful sandwich spread.

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