Description
This Roasted Garlic Aioli is a creamy, flavorful condiment made by roasting garlic to bring out its natural sweetness and combining it with mayonnaise, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard. Perfect for spreading on sandwiches, dipping vegetables, or enhancing your favorite dishes with a garlicky punch.
Ingredients
Scale
Roasted Garlic
- 1 head garlic
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Aioli Base
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Garnish
- Parsley or chives, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for roasting the garlic.
- Prepare Garlic: Peel away the outer layers of the garlic bulb but keep the cloves intact. Slice off the top of the bulb with a sharp knife to expose the cloves. Place the garlic on a piece of aluminum foil, drizzle with olive oil, and tightly wrap with the foil.
- Roast Garlic: Place the wrapped garlic bulb in the oven and roast for 30-40 minutes until the cloves are soft and golden brown.
- Cool and Mash: Remove the roasted garlic from the oven, allow it to cool slightly, then squeeze the cloves out of their skins into a small bowl. Mash the garlic cloves with a fork until smooth and creamy.
- Combine Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix the mashed roasted garlic with mayonnaise, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard. Stir until well blended.
- Season Aioli: Add salt and pepper to taste, adjusting seasoning as needed for a balanced flavor.
- Garnish and Chill: Optionally garnish with chopped parsley or chives. Transfer the aioli to a serving dish or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
- Roast extra garlic cloves to use as a spread or to add to other recipes.
- For a smoother texture, use a food processor or blender to combine the ingredients.
- If the aioli is too thick, thin it out with a splash of water or more lemon juice.
- Remember the aioli will thicken further after chilling; adjust consistency accordingly.
- Customize your aioli by adding ingredients like smoked paprika or honey for a unique twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 0.3 g
- Sodium: 140 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0.2 g
- Protein: 0.3 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
