Best 11 Aioli And Saffron And Lobster Mashed Potatoes Recipes

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Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that harmonizes the rich, creamy texture of aioli, the vibrant golden hue of saffron, and the luxurious taste of lobster. This exceptional recipe will transform your ordinary mashed potatoes into an extraordinary dish that will captivate the senses. Discover the art of blending these distinct flavors to create a symphony of taste that will leave an unforgettable impression. With careful preparation and a touch of culinary flair, you will unveil the secrets to crafting the perfect aioli and saffron lobster mashed potatoes, turning an everyday side dish into a culinary masterpiece.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

GARLIC SMASHED POTATOES WITH SAFFRON AIOLI



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Looking for the perfect side dish? With a creamy, tender middle and a crisp and crunchy outside, these potatoes are a tasty addition to any meal. Serve it up with a skinny aioli and this dish is sure to impress.

Provided by Jessica

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

CREAMY SAFFRON AIOLI INGREDIENTS:
1/3 cup fat free plain Greek yogurt
2 to 3 tablespoons light mayonnaise
1 tablespoon water
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon oil (optional)
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon crumbled saffron
1/2 teaspoon paprika
CRISPY POTATO INGREDIENTS:
1 and 1/2 pounds red potatoes
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon thyme, dried
1/2 teaspoon parsley, dried

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a large pot. Cover with salted water and bring to a boil. Cook for 20 minutes, or until potatoes are tender. Drain and cool potatoes under cold water.
  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Place potatoes on baking pan covered with parchment paper.
  • Using a potato masher or a fork, carefully flatten potatoes until they are smashed, but still in one piece.
  • In a small bowl combine oil, garlic, thyme and parsley. Drizzle mixture onto potatoes.
  • Bake potatoes for 18 to 20 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
  • In a small saucepan, boil 1 tablespoon of water. Remove from heat and add saffron. Cover and let steep for 5 minutes.
  • Mix in Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and paprika. Cover and chill.
  • Serve with saffron aioli and enjoy!

SPICY POTATOES WITH GARLIC AIOLI



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This is my take on Spanish patatas bravas. The potatoes are tossed in a flavorful spice mix and then finished to a crispy golden brown. The garlic aioli takes it over the top for an unconventional potato salad that'll be a hit at any party. -John Stiver, Bowen Island, British Columbia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h

Yield 10 servings (1-3/4 cups aioli).

Number Of Ingredients 18

3 pounds medium Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into 1-1/2-inch cubes (about 8 potatoes)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons smoked paprika
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/8 teaspoon pepper
AIOLI:
1-1/2 cups mayonnaise
3 tablespoons lemon juice
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon minced fresh chives plus additional for topping
1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Place potatoes in a Dutch oven; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, 8-10 minutes or until just tender. Drain; pat dry with paper towels. Transfer potatoes to a mixing bowl. Toss potatoes in oil and minced garlic to coat evenly. , Combine the paprika, garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, salt, pepper flakes and pepper; sprinkle over potatoes. Gently toss to coat. Transfer potatoes to 2 greased 15x10x1-in. baking pans, spreading into a single layer. Bake until crispy, about 25 minutes, stirring potatoes and rotating pans halfway through cooking., For aioli, combine ingredients until blended. Transfer potatoes to a serving platter; sprinkle with chives. Serve warm with aioli.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 469 calories, Fat 34g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 396mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

SAFFRON AIOLI



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Saffron aioli can elevate even the most basic of dishes. Serve this alongside roasted potatoes for a deliciously flavorful side.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Yield Makes 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 7

Pinch of saffron
1 tablespoon warm water
3 small garlic cloves
Coarse salt
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
2 large egg yolks
1 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Place saffron in a small bowl with water; set aside.
  • Use a mortar and pestle to mash garlic and a pinch of salt to a fine paste. Add mustard and incorporate. Add egg yolks and mix well. Add saffron-water mixture and stir to incorporate. Slowly add half the oil, drop by drop at first, and then in a slow steady stream, while mixing with the pestle. (Thin with about a tablespoon of warm water if mixture is too thick.) Continue incorporating oil until all of it is absorbed. Thin with additional water if needed, and season with salt to taste.

POTATO CROQUETAS WITH SAFFRON ALIOLI



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Categories     Herb     Potato     Fry     Cocktail Party     Vegetarian     Gourmet

Yield Makes 24 to 28 hors d'oeuvres

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound large boiling potatoes (about 2)
3 large eggs
1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh chives
1/4 teaspoon chopped fresh tarragon
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup fine dry bread crumbs
About 4 cups olive oil (not extra-virgin) for frying
Accompaniment: saffron alioli
Special Equipment
a potato ricer; a deep-fat thermometer

Steps:

  • Peel potatoes and cut into 1-inch pieces. Cover with salted cold water by 1 inch in a 2-quart saucepan, then boil until tender, about 8 minutes. Drain in a colander. Force potatoes through ricer into a medium bowl and cool.
  • Lightly beat 1 egg in a small bowl with a fork. Add to cooled potatoes along with herbs, butter, salt, and pepper and stir just until combined.
  • Spoon tablespoons of potato mixture onto a tray, then lightly roll each into a ball between palms of your hands and return to tray.
  • Lightly beat remaining 2 eggs in a small bowl and set aside. Spread flour in a shallow bowl, then spread bread crumbs in another shallow bowl.
  • Working in 4 batches (of 6 or 7), roll balls in flour to coat, gently shaking off excess flour. Dip balls in egg, turning to coat and letting excess drip off, then roll in bread crumbs and return to tray. Chill, covered, 30 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 200°F.
  • Heat 1 1/2 inches oil in a 3-quart pot until it registers 360°F on thermometer. Working in 4 batches, fry croquetas, turning if necessary, until browned, about 1 1/2 minutes per batch. Transfer with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain, then transfer to a baking pan and keep warm in oven while frying remaining croquetas. (Return oil to 360°F between batches.)

LOBSTER ON THICK CUT IDAHO® POTATO CHIPS WITH SPICY SAFFRON AIOLI



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Dress up your favorite Idaho® Potatoes with lobster and saffron aioli for a special holiday appetizer! Salty, crunchy thick-cut chips are a sturdy base for buttery lobster tail. Topped with a spicy saffron aioli and chives, it makes an elegant nibble for any party.

Provided by Cheryl Bennett

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 large Idaho® Russet Potato, sliced 1/16" thick
3 - 4 Maine lobster tails, a little over a pound total weight
1 bunch chives
saffron aioli
oil for frying - I used canola
1/2 cup canola oil, or blended oil
1/4 cup olive oil
2 egg yolks
2 tsp. Dijon mustard
1/2 tsp. saffron threads, coarsely chopped
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. white pepper
1/4 - 1/2 tsp. hot sauce of your choice, I used Sriracha

Steps:

  • Soak potato slices in cold water for at least 2 hours. Rinse and pat dry.
  • Pour the canola oil and olive oil into a measuring cup with a spout. Using an immersion blender or food processor- combine the egg yolks, mustard, saffron, hot sauce, salt and white pepper. With the motor running, add the oils SLOWLY in a thin, steady stream. When it begins to emulsify, you can add the oil a little faster until it is all incorporated. The aioli should be the consistency of mayonnaise. Use saffron water to thin the aioli if needed. Transfer into a bowl, cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Carefully thread two 6" wooden skewers through the tails to keep them straight. Pour about a half an inch of water into a pot and place a steamer rack inside. (I used my canning rack!) When water has started to simmer, place lobster tails inside and cook for 1 minute per ounce. Ex: If the tails are 6 oz each, you will cook them for 6 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
  • Using sharp kitchen scissors, cut the underside of the lobster tail down the middle and slide your finger along the curved hard shell to loosen. Grab the lobster tail & pull to slide it out of the shell. Slice into large chunks and set aside.
  • In a deep, heavy-bottomed pot, heat oil to 350F. Slowly add potato slices and fry until golden brown. Do not overcrowd the pot. Add a handful at a time, if you add too many the temperature of the oil will drop and the potatoes will not fry properly. Using a spider or tongs, flip potatoes over in the oil so both sides cook evenly. It should only take a few minutes per side. When they are done, remove from the oil and drain on paper towels.
  • Spread a very thin layer of aioli on the chip and top with lobster. The aioli will act as "glue" to keep the lobster in place. Drizzle a bit of the saffron aioli over the lobster and sprinkle a few chives over the top.
  • Lay them on a chive-lined platter and serve. Bask in your glory, you've earned it.

SAFFRON-GARLIC AIOLI



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Provided by Food Network

Time 30m

Yield 1/2 cup

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cloves chopped garlic
3 ounces potato, cooked and peeled
1 ounce Dijon mustard
1 pinch saffron, infused in 1 ounce red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon water
Salt and pepper, to taste
5 ounces olive oil
1 lemon, juiced

Steps:

  • Combine garlic, potato, Dijon mustard, infused saffron, red wine vinegar and water in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth and add olive oil slowly to emulsify. Adjust seasonings with salt, pepper, and lemon juice.;

NEW POTATOES WITH SAFFRON AIOLI



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Modified from Bon Appetit. The original recipe called for 1/2 tsp smoked paprika for the aioli, but I thought that was a bit too smoky, thus my change.

Provided by iris5555

Categories     Potato

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon water
1/2 teaspoon crumbled saffron thread
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon hungarian hot paprika
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1 garlic clove, minced
12 small yukon gold potatoes or 12 small red potatoes, unpeeled
fleur de sel (fine French sea salt)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Bring 1 tablespoon water to boil in small saucepan. Add saffron. Remove from heat.
  • Cover and let steep 15 minutes.
  • Mix in paprika, then mayonnaise, olive oil, lemon juice, and garlic. (Aioli can be made 2 days ahead. Cover; chill.)
  • Place potatoes in pot with enough cold salted water to cover.
  • Bring to boil and cook until just tender, about 20-25 minutes. Drain. Cool slightly.
  • Press gently on potatoes to split skins and crack open. Sprinkle with fleur de sel.
  • Place 2 potatoes on each of 6 plates.
  • Drizzle with saffron aioli; sprinkle with cilantro and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 336, Fat 9.2, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 5.1, Sodium 160.1, Carbohydrate 58.5, Fiber 8.3, Sugar 5.2, Protein 6

POTATO CROQUETTES WITH SAFFRON AIOLI



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Make and share this Potato Croquettes With Saffron Aioli recipe from Food.com.

Provided by chia2160

Categories     Potato

Time 1h30m

Yield 28 croquettes

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 lb large potato, peeled and cubed
3 eggs
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh tarragon
2 tablespoons softened butter
salt and pepper
3/4 cup flour
3/4 cup dried breadcrumbs
4 cups olive oil (for frying)
8 saffron threads, crumbled
1/2 teaspoon hot water
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 garlic clove, chopped
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon tomato paste
salt, pepper to taste

Steps:

  • For Aioli.
  • Put saffron and hot water in a small cup, let stand 5 minutes.
  • Puree with remaining Aioli ingredients in a blender, refrigerate.
  • For Croquettes.
  • Put diced potatoes in a pot, cover with water and boil 10 minutes until tender.
  • Drain.
  • Mash with a masher and cool.
  • Beat 1 egg, add to potatoes with herbs, butter, salt and pepper.
  • Form into small balls on a plate.
  • Beat remaining 2 eggs in a bowl.
  • Add flour to one plate and bread crumbs to another.
  • Roll the potato balls in flour, dip into eggs, roll in bread crumbs.
  • Place on a tray lined with foil.
  • Chill for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 200°F.
  • Heat oil in a pot until temp reaches 360--or use a deep fryer.
  • Fry in batches until browned.
  • Transfer to paper towels to drain, then place on a tray in the oven to keep warm.
  • Serve croquettes with saffron aioli.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 345.2, Fat 34.3, SaturatedFat 5.3, Cholesterol 25.9, Sodium 68.5, Carbohydrate 8.6, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 0.6, Protein 1.8

SAFFRON MASH POTATOES



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Delicious earthy flavor.

Provided by nmschalk

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 cups chicken stock
1 pound Yukon Gold potatoes
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon saffron threads, crushed
½ cup milk
2 tablespoons olive oil
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring chicken stock, potatoes, garlic, and saffron to a boil in a large pot; cover and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes. Drain potatoes and return to the pot; reserve cooking stock for another use, if desired. Add milk, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to potatoes. Mash potatoes with a potato masher until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179.5 calories, Carbohydrate 23.5 g, Cholesterol 3.4 mg, Fat 8.2 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 4.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 876.9 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

SAFFRON AïOLI



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Make your own aïoli infused with saffron to use as a sauce at your next summer barbecue. Made with egg yolks, lemon juice, garlic and mustard, it's easy to make

Provided by Anna Glover

Categories     Condiment

Time 15m

Yield Serves 8 as a dip

Number Of Ingredients 6

pinch saffron
2 egg yolks
1 small garlic clove
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
½ lemon , juiced
200ml olive oil

Steps:

  • Put the saffron in a small bowl with 1 tbsp boiling water. Leave for 10 mins to cool and for the water to turn a golden colour.
  • Meanwhile, put the egg yolks, garlic, mustard and lemon juice in a jug or a tall container with a pinch of salt and blitz with a stick blender (or in a food processor) until smooth. Slowly add the olive oil, a small drizzle at a time, keeping the blender on, until you get a thick, glossy mayonnaise. Season with black pepper, then stir in the saffron water to loosen the aïoli and turn it a golden hue. Cover the surface and chill until ready to serve. Add a splash of water or lemon juice, to serve, if your aïoli thickens up too much in the fridge.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244 calories, Fat 27 grams fat, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, Protein 2 grams protein, Sodium 0.2 milligram of sodium

AIOLI AND SAFFRON-AND-LOBSTER MASHED POTATOES



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Categories     Potato     Side

Yield 4 people

Number Of Ingredients 20

Aïoli
2 whole eggs
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 cloves garlic
1/4 cup fresh parsley leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 drops Tabasco
1/6 cup fresh spinach leaves
1 teaspoon almond paste (restaurant uses 1/2 tablespoon pistachio compound)
3/4 cup olive oil
Mashed Potatoes
1 four- to five-ounce lobster tail
3 pounds Idaho potatoes, peeled and roughly cut
1/2 cup half-and-half
1/4 teaspoon high-quality saffron threads
1 clove garlic, peeled and mashed with 1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
11/2 teaspoons lobster base powder or concentrate (may substitute chicken or vegetable bouillon)
2 tablespoons butter
2 green onions, finely diced

Steps:

  • Aioli Combine eggs and lemon juice in blender on high speed and drop in garlic cloves one at a time. Add parsley, salt, Tabasco, and spinach, then almond paste. Slowly pour in olive oil. Mashed Potatoes Place lobster tail in boiling water seasoned with 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon paprika, juice of 1 lemon, and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper. Reduce heat and poach 4 to 5 minutes. Let cool in liquid, remove meat from shell, and mince. Boil potatoes, drain, then set aside. Heat half-and-half to a simmer. Add saffron, mashed garlic, black pepper, and lobster base powder to warmed cream. Place potatoes in bowl of a mixer on medium speed and drizzle in cream, then add butter a tablespoon at a time. Fold in lobster and green onions. To serve, pipe potatoes around salmon filets and drizzle with aïoli.

Tips:

  • For the best results, use high-quality ingredients. Fresh lobster, flavorful saffron, and creamy potatoes are essential for this dish.
  • Be careful not to overcook the lobster. Overcooked lobster can be tough and chewy. Cook it just until it is opaque and tender.
  • Use a potato ricer to get the smoothest mashed potatoes. A ricer will remove any lumps from the potatoes, resulting in a light and fluffy texture.
  • Season the mashed potatoes to taste with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. You can also add other herbs and spices, such as rosemary, thyme, or sage.
  • Serve the mashed potatoes immediately, garnished with chopped chives or parsley.

Conclusion:

This recipe for Lobster Mashed Potatoes with Saffron Aioli is a luxurious and flavorful dish that is perfect for a special occasion. The combination of lobster, saffron, and aioli creates a truly unique and unforgettable flavor. Whether you are serving it as a main course or a side dish, this dish is sure to impress your guests.

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