5-Minute Creamy Garlic Aioli (Mayo-Based)
Make this quick, creamy garlic aioli using mayonnaise as a base. It delivers bold garlic flavor and a silky texture perfect for dipping fries or spreading on sandwiches.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Total Time: 5 min
- Yield: About 1 cup 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup mayonnaise (full-fat recommended)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced very fine or pressed
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Place the minced or pressed garlic into a small bowl.
- Add the lemon juice to the garlic and let it sit for 2 minutes. This softens the garlic flavor slightly.
- Add the mayonnaise, salt, and pepper to the bowl.
- Whisk all ingredients together until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy.
- Taste the aioli and adjust salt or lemon juice as needed for your preference.
- Serve immediately or cover and chill for at least 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
- For a restaurant-style flavor, use a garlic press to ensure the garlic is finely incorporated.
- If you prefer a thinner sauce, add 1 teaspoon of water at a time until you reach your desired consistency.
- This sauce is the best sauce for fries and makes a great sandwich spread recipes base.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 0.2g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0.5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0.5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg