ZUNI CAFé'S SMALL-BATCH AIOLI
Zuni Café in San Francisco makes a traditional aioli with only four ingredients: garlic, egg yolk, olive oil and salt. No lemon or vinegar, no mustard, no pepper. Quarts of aioli are produced daily, mounted by hand with a wire whisk. You can, of course, make aioli with an electric blender or food processor in a matter of seconds, but, in "The Zuni Café Cookbook," the chef Judy Rodgers describes how to make aioli with a mortar and pestle, the old-fashioned way. It takes patience, but the result is sublime. Choose a mild-tasting extra-virgin olive oil, perhaps a French one, or use a mixture of half-olive oil and half-neutral-tasting vegetable oil.
Provided by David Tanis
Categories quick, condiments, sauces and gravies
Time 20m
Yield About 1/2 cup
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Cut garlic into a few pieces, and pound them in a mortar. Add a pinch of salt, which will act as an abrasive and help you smash the last solid bits of garlic.
- Add the egg yolk and stir with the pestle to combine the mixture. Using the pestle, work in oil, a cautious trickle or a few drops at first, then gradually increasing the flow as the yolk becomes tacky and opaque.
- Slowly stir in remaining oil, or as much as you can. As the yolk reaches saturation, the mixture will make a satisfying clucking sound (The aioli will be quite thick at this point.)
- Stir in a few drops of water. The water will whiten and soften the aioli, allowing you to add a little more oil, in case the garlic seems too aggressive when you taste the aioli. You'll need the water in any event, or the sauce will be too stiff. (Stirring in 1/2 teaspoon water will allow you to incorporate as much as 1/2 cup more oil.) Stop adding oil when the sauce has the consistency you like. Taste and adjust salt, and thin again with a little more water, if necessary.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 250, UnsaturatedFat 23 grams, Carbohydrate 0 grams, Fat 28 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 72 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams
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Shekh Ripon
[email protected]I'm always looking for new aioli recipes. I can't wait to try this one.
Sandra Akoto
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of aioli, but this recipe has me intrigued. I might just have to give it a try.
Kiran Dahal
[email protected]This aioli recipe looks amazing. I'm definitely going to try it this weekend.
Hiba Chan
[email protected]I can't wait to try this aioli recipe. It sounds so delicious.
Kylie Dotson
[email protected]This aioli is a must-try for anyone who loves to cook. It's so easy to make and it adds a delicious flavor to any dish.
Zoroku Uchiha
[email protected]I would recommend this aioli to anyone who loves garlic. It's a really flavorful and versatile sauce.
Muhammad Aliyu Yero
[email protected]Overall, I thought this aioli was just okay. It's not bad, but it's not amazing either.
nanjaya eunice
[email protected]I found this aioli to be a bit too garlicky for my taste. I think I'll try using less garlic next time.
Mephi Ncube
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my aioli turned out really runny. I think I might have added too much olive oil.
Othembela Botayi
[email protected]This aioli is so versatile. I've used it as a marinade for chicken and fish, and it's also great as a salad dressing.
Ma7dia
[email protected]I love using this aioli as a dip for french fries and onion rings. It's also great on sandwiches and burgers.
Wardiya Hassan
[email protected]I made this aioli for a picnic and it was a big hit! It's the perfect sauce for grilled meats and vegetables.
Shelley Carrow
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of garlic, but I really enjoyed this aioli. It's not too overpowering, and it has a really nice flavor.
Marya Katouzi
[email protected]This aioli is the perfect addition to any dish. It adds a delicious garlicky flavor that really elevates the food.
Hailey Yang
[email protected]I love how easy this recipe is to make. I always have the ingredients on hand, so I can whip up a batch of aioli whenever I need it.
Monhsaran Ariunbold
[email protected]This aioli is amazing! I made it for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it. It's so creamy and flavorful.
bheem raj
[email protected]I've tried many aioli recipes, but this one is by far my favorite. It's the perfect balance of garlic, lemon, and olive oil. I use it on everything from grilled fish to roasted vegetables.
Sweet Mira
[email protected]This aioli recipe from Zuni Cafe is a game-changer! It's so easy to make and incredibly flavorful. I love that it uses just a few simple ingredients and comes together in just minutes.