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Nothing pairs better with french fries than a delicious garlic aioli. Our homemade garlic aioli is our take on a classic condiment that perfectly compliments crisp truffle fries and even a perfect steak.
Our homemade baked fries are the perfect mess-free fries that taste incredible with this garlic aioli recipe, but the true match would have to be our homemade truffle fries. It’s a match made in heaven.
An aioli is simply the immersion of olive oil with garlic – kind of like mayonnaise! Our simplified recipe makes the seemingly challenging task less intimidating. Using mayonnaise skips the hard work of making it yourself and allows you to create a flavorful aioli using fewer ingredients.
This aioli joins our list of our favorite homemade sauces and dips. If you’re not making your own honey mustard sauce or flavorful tzatziki sauce… you’re missing out!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Homemade is better. Making your own aioli is unlike anything you would find at a store.
- Easy recipe. This whole sauce comes together in less than five minutes to make.
- Perfect sauce. A garlic aioli will go great with so many dishes. From easy homemade sandwiches to other classic appetizers.
Ingredients for Garlic Aioli
- Mayonnaise – your favorite mayo makes the perfect base for this aioli.
- Garlic – you can’t have garlic aioli without the garlic’s flavor! Mince the peeled garlic cloves.
- Fresh lemon juice – adds a refreshing zest to the aioli while balancing the heaviness.
- Olive oil – thins out the aioli.
- Seasoning – salt and ground black pepper complement the flavors of the aioli.
See the recipe card below for a complete list of ingredients and quantities.
Substitutions and Variations
This base recipe for garlic aioli is the perfect sauce for experimenting!
- Chipotle aioli: Add a dash of chipotle sauce for a spicy garlic chipotle aioli. Perfect for a homemade chipotle bowl.
- Cilantro aioli: Chop up some fresh cilantro and add it to the aioli for a refreshing sauce. Cilantro aioli would make the perfect topping for easy shrimp tacos.
- Sriracha aioli: Add a dash of Sriracha to this aioli to bring it to a high heat – the perfect drizzle for a salmon rice bowl. You can also add a dash of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes for a subtle spice.
How to Make Garlic Aioli:
The easiest step-by-step:
1 – Whisk together all the ingredients in a small bowl. You can also use an immersion blender or a food processor for the perfect texture.
2 – Add the aioli to a mason jar or an airtight container. Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator.
Serving Suggestions
- Sandwich spread: This homemade aioli can be used as a spread on bread for the most flavorful homemade sandwich.
- Dipping sauce: Garlic aioli sauce makes the perfect dip for air fryer fries and sweet potato fries.
- Use in a wrap: This garlic aioli would add so much flavor to a classic chicken wrap.
Recipe FAQs
Making your mayo would be incredible and would surely take this aioli to the next level!
Although very similar, aioli has a slightly different texture and is made with the key ingredient, garlic. Not only does the garlic change the flavor profile, but it also alters the texture.
This garlic aioli can absolutely be used as a spread! It tastes incredible on a classic grilled cheese or even a club sandwich!
Store & Reheat
- Storage. This garlic aioli will store in the fridge for 7-10 days. Store in an airtight container or a mason jar.
- Freezing. We do not recommend freezing the aioli.
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Garlic Aioli Recipe (Sauce)
Ingredients
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 1/2 Tbsp lemon juice
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix all of the ingredients.
- Use immediately or refrigerate until ready to use.