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Aïoli

Easy to make, this Aïoli is so versatile! Perfect for fish and seafood as well as onion rings, fries, veggies, sandwiches, burgers, etc.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Passive Time0 minutes
Servings: 0.5 cup
Author: Francine Lizotte
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: French, Spanish
Keyword Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Healthy, Marinades & Sauces, Quick & Easy

Ingredients

  • 3 large cloves garlic Footnote
  • 1/2 tsp. ground Himalayan pink salt
  • 1 large egg yolk, room temperature
  • 1 tbsp. Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice tips & tricks
  • 1/3 cup grapeseed oil tips & tricks
  • 2 to 3 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil, or as needed

Directions

  • In a mortar, add garlic and salt. Mash until the mixture turns into a paste, using the pestle.
  • In a tall container, add garlic paste, egg yolk, mustard, and lemon juice. Using an immersion hand blender, process until the ingredients are mixed.
  • Gradually, in a slow stream, add grapeseed oil until the sauce thickens. Add olive oil until the sauce resembles mayonnaise… thick and creamy.

Notes

Footnote: Depending on your recipe, add less or more garlic cloves.