Description
This Roasted Garlic Aioli is a creamy, flavorful condiment made by roasting garlic to bring out its natural sweetness and blending it with mayonnaise, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard. Perfect as a dip, spread, or sauce, this aioli adds a gourmet touch to sandwiches, vegetables, and grilled meats.
Ingredients
Scale
Garlic Roasting
- 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 (for garnish)
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, leaving the cloves intact. Slice off the top of the bulb with a sharp knife to expose the cloves. Place the bulb on aluminum foil, drizzle the cloves with olive oil, and wrap tightly in foil.
- Roast Garlic: Place the wrapped garlic bulb in the preheated oven and roast for 30-40 minutes until the cloves are soft and golden brown.
- Cool and Mash Garlic: Remove garlic from the oven and let it cool slightly. Squeeze the roasted cloves out of their skins into a small bowl and mash with a fork until smooth and creamy.
- Mix Aioli: In a separate bowl, combine the mashed garlic, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard. Stir thoroughly to blend all ingredients evenly. Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting as needed.
- Garnish: Optionally, stir in or sprinkle chopped parsley or chives for added color and fresh flavor.
- Chill: Transfer the aioli to a serving dish or airtight container. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
- Roast extra garlic cloves to use as a spread on bread or for other recipes.
- For a smoother consistency, blend the aioli ingredients in a food processor or blender.
- If the aioli is too thick, thin it with a small amount of water or additional lemon juice.
- Keep in mind the aioli will thicken after chilling, so adjust consistency accordingly before refrigerating.
- Customize your aioli by adding flavors like smoked paprika or a bit of honey for a unique twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0.3g
- Protein: 0.4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
