Best 4 Creamy Garlic Aioli Recipes

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Garlic aioli is a versatile sauce that can be used to add flavor to a variety of dishes, from seafood to vegetables to meat. Its creamy texture and rich garlic flavor make it a popular choice for dipping sauces, marinades, and as a condiment for sandwiches and wraps. Whether you're looking for a simple recipe or a gourmet version with added herbs and spices, there's sure to be a creamy garlic aioli recipe that will tantalize your taste buds.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ROASTED GARLIC AIOLI



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Provided by Guy Fieri

Categories     condiment

Time 1h

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 to 3 whole heads garlic
Extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan
1/2 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Dash Worcestershire sauce
Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Take the whole heads of garlic and cut the tops off to expose the garlic cloves. Place on a large piece of aluminum foil and drizzle lightly with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Wrap up the foil into a tight pouch, and then place in the oven and roast for 35 to 45 minutes. Remove from oven and allow to cool. Squeeze the pulp from the skins (you'll need 1/3 cup).
  • In a food processor, combine the roasted garlic, mayonnaise, lemon juice, Parmesan, Dijon mustard, cayenne pepper, Worcestershire sauce and some salt and pepper. Pulse until well combined. Refrigerate to allow the flavors to meld together. Garnish with parsley.

GARLIC AIOLI



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This is a great recipe that I found in another user's comments but nowhere else on the site. Enjoy! We use this as a dip for crab cakes or as a spread on sandwiches.

Provided by Jeff and Justine

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

¾ cup mayonnaise
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 ½ tablespoons lemon juice
¾ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Mix mayonnaise, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 151.3 calories, Carbohydrate 1.5 g, Cholesterol 7.8 mg, Fat 16.4 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 335.5 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

ROASTED GARLIC AIOLI



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Creamy roasted garlic aioli can be made quickly with leftover roasted garlic. We love roasted garlic and tend to bake more than one at a time for convenience and to be energy efficient.

Provided by NB Roy

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes

Time 2h45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 head garlic
2 teaspoons olive oil
kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste
½ cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon lemon juice
½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 pinch ground cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Trim off the top of the head of garlic to expose cloves. Drizzle with olive oil. Sprinkle salt and black pepper on top. Wrap in aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until garlic feels soft when lightly pressed, about 1 hour. Unwrap and cool, 5 to 10 minutes. Refrigerate until chilled, 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  • Pull out individual garlic cloves with a sharp knife; place in a small bowl. Mash with a fork until creamy. Add mayonnaise, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and cayenne; mix well until blended.
  • Refrigerate until flavors combine, at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240.4 calories, Carbohydrate 5.8 g, Cholesterol 10.4 mg, Fat 24.3 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 204.4 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

THE CREAMIEST AIOLI



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Provided by Suzanne Goin

Categories     Condiment/Spread     Egg     Side     Vegetarian     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 1/2 cup

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large egg yolk
1 small garlic clove, finely grated
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt plus more
1/4 cup grapeseed oil
1/4 cup good-quality extra-virgin olive oil
Pinch of cayenne pepper
Fresh lemon juice
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Drape a kitchen towel over a small saucepan; set a small metal bowl over (this will hold bowl in place). Whisk egg yolk*, garlic, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 2 teaspoons water in metal bowl to blend well. Whisking constantly, slowly drizzle in grapeseed oil, 1 teaspoonful at a time, until sauce is thickened and emulsified. Whisking constantly, add olive oil in a slow, steady stream. Stir in cayenne; season aioli with lemon juice, pepper, and salt.

Tips:

  • To make the aioli extra creamy, use a high-quality mayonnaise.
  • For a more flavorful aioli, roast the garlic cloves before adding them to the mayonnaise.
  • If you don't have fresh garlic on hand, you can use 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder instead.
  • Add a squeeze of lemon juice to the aioli to brighten up the flavor.
  • Garnish the aioli with chopped fresh herbs, such as parsley, chives, or dill.
  • Serve the aioli with your favorite grilled or roasted meats, vegetables, or seafood.

Conclusion:

Creamy garlic aioli is a versatile sauce that can be used to enhance the flavor of a variety of dishes. Whether you're using it as a dipping sauce for vegetables or seafood, or as a spread for sandwiches or burgers, this simple and delicious sauce is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy way to add some extra flavor to your meal, give creamy garlic aioli a try.

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