Garlic Aioli is a flavor-packed spread (or dip) and the perfect addition to a sandwich, a wrap, or a burger.
This short-cut version is made with mayonnaise, garlic, and lemon and takes just a couple of minutes to prepare (but I’ve included from scratch directions if you’re feeling adventurous too)!
What is Aioli
Aioli comes from the Mediterranean but there are variations from Spain and France as well (and pretty much everywhere really).
It’s basically mayonnaise with garlic and sometimes other flavorings like lemon, chipotle, or even splash of truffle oil!
Use it to jazz up any burger or as a dip for french fries, zucchini fries, or sweet potato fries.
Spoon a bit into a macaroni or potato salad, just a couple of tablespoons will really change up the flavors!
How to Make Garlic Aioli
Once you create your own aioli, you’ll never buy it again!
- Start with mayonnaise (store-bought to make it quick or homemade if you prefer).
- Whisk all ingredients together (per recipe below).
- Refrigerate at least 30 minutes and serve!
For a milder garlic flavor, roast garlic in the oven wrapped in aluminum foil until tender and golden.
Flavorful Variations
Homemade aioli lends itself to so many different flavors, here is a list to inspire signature aioli sauces! Add as much as preferred of the following:
- SPICY: sriracha sauce, chipotle or cayenne powder.
- SAVORY: pesto, basil, roasted garlic or red peppers, sundried tomatoes, or truffle!
- CREAMY: avocado, dijon or stone-ground mustard.
What to Serve it With
Homemade aioli is a simple condiment that can dramatically improve the flavor of meats, veggies, salads, and sandwiches!
It’s a great dip for homemade french fries, cheesy breadsticks or sweet potato wedges! Or try it with these amazing vegetable skewers for a real treat!
How to Store Aioli
Regardless of the kind of aioli made, it should keep in a tightly covered container in the fridge for about 2-3 days.
Creamy Dips and Dressings
- Avocado Dip – healthy & flavorful option!
- Blue Cheese Dressing – silky, delicious dressing!
- Spicy Dill Dip – full of flavor
- Homemade Ranch Dressing – creamy & tangy!
- Creamy Artichoke Dip – easy to prepare
Did you love this homemade Aioli? Be sure to leave a rating and a comment below!
Homemade Garlic Aioli
Ingredients
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients in a small bowl to combine.
- Refrigerate at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Nutrition Information
Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.
Course Dip, Dressing, Sauce
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So delicious!
Made this with panko crusted fried asparagus & green beans. So good that there was none left. 10/10
I love the recipe you had for homemade garlic aioli especially with the truffle sauce makes it really interesting thanks a bunch.
That was the best aoli I’ve ever had! Follow recipe as is. Had it on chicken portabella sandwich. Totally going to try it on a BLT ! Thanks!
Those both sound delicious Zanmi!
So yummy!! Serving w/a rotisserie chicken from the store and roasted veggies for the easiest dinner made extra yummy w this dip!
That sounds like a delicious and easy dinner Jessica!
Way too salty…. Not edible…..
Did you use Kosher salt or table salt? Table salt is finer so you would need less.
What do you do with the garlic clove? Crush it, finely chop or place whole when combining the ingredients? TIA
Sorry for the confusion, the garlic is minced.
Perfect.. simple!
Can’t wait to try this recipe!!! This is INCREDIBLE!!!
We would love to hear what you thought of it, AngelaKin!
I just made your garlic aoli for my BELTS that I made for lunch. It was absolutely delicious
So happy you loved this recipe as much as we do, Rhonda!
I love this Aioli!!
I make one minor adjustment to the recipe for my family.
We live in the southern US where almost everything has a little spiced kick.
After some experimentation 1tsp at a time, we found that 2 tablespoons of:
“Frank’s original RedHot cayenne pepper sauce” is a perfect amount of heat.
I am sure that you could use any Siracha, Tabasco, or other sauce, but we like Frank’s
We use this Aioli on Burgers, Hotdogs, as a dip for French Fries, well… just about everything we would use any other condiment for!
Love !! Love !! Love !! it.
Ooo, that sounds so delicious Darrin! I love a little heat as well!
Sweet potato fries recipe sounds great, can’t wait to try it.
Hello and thank you for posting this recipe fn or garlic aioli which is exactly how I have made it for years. It really is a can’t miss recipe that people love.
I did want to point something out. You mention that aioli comes from the Mediterranean and ho on to say Spain and France have their own variations. I was born in Spain and Spain and France are both Mediterranean countries so not sure why it was phrased the way it was.
I’m French and since most of France doesn’t border the Mediterranean Sea, only the south of France would be considered Mediterranean.
Sounds yum, especially with a kick of sriracha. This may be a dumb question, but is the garlic minced or pressed? Thanks!
Hi Sue, I would use a garlic press for consistency but you can mince it as well.