Name: Garlic Aioli
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup mayonnaise; 1 head roasted garlic; 1 Tablespoon minced garlic; 1 Tablespoon lemon juice; ½ teaspoon table salt; ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Creamy roasted garlic aioli starts with a blend of mayo, lemon juice, and of course, garlic creating a flavor-packed dip or spread that comes together in under 10 minutes.

Garlic Aioli falling off a spoon into a bowl of Garlic Aioli

Why this recipe works

Garlic aioli is a staple condiment. Whether it’s served as a dipper with french fries, fresh or roasted veggies, or spread over sandwiches, steak, and seafood – you already know it’s going to add a punch of flavor to anything it touches.

This easy garlic aioli recipe uses a head of roasted garlic plus mayo, minced garlic, lemon juice, and a bit of salt and pepper to create a magically creamy spread that complements just about everything it’s introduced to.

Potato wedge being dipped into Garlic Aioli

Ingredients you will need

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Ingredient Info and Substitution Suggestions

GARLIC – A blend of both roasted garlic and minced garlic give this aioli extra flavor. We can show you how to roast garlic, it only requires a bit of oil and a bulb of garlic. I highly recommend using roasted garlic over raw garlic here!

How to Make Garlic Aioli

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Combine all ingredients in an immersion blender.
Blend until smooth.

Frequently Asked Questions & Expert Tips

How do you store garlic aioli?

Store leftover aioli in an air-tight container kept in the refrigerator for 5-7 days.

Bowl of Garlic Aioli with salt, pepper lemons and garlic to the side

Serving Suggestions

Serve garlic aioli as a condiment spread over sandwiches, grilled meats, burgers, salmon, you name it. It can also be enjoyed as a dip paired with fresh or roasted vegetables, potato wedges, or onion rings to name a few. I especially love spreading a thin layer over a crispy chicken burger and using extra on the side to dip my french fries in. Enjoy!

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