How to Make Real Aioli - A Step-by-Step Guide

Real Aioli is a traditional Mediterranean sauce that originated in the regions of Provence and Catalonia. This creamy and garlicky condiment is often mistaken for its Americanized version, which typically consists of mayonnaise and garlic. However, the authentic aioli is made from scratch and requires only a few simple ingredients.

One of the key elements of making real aioli is the emulsification process. This involves slowly incorporating the oil into the garlic and egg mixture to c...

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Ingredients

  • 4 large cloves fresh garlic, peeled and sliced
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt, or other course-grain salt
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice, or more to taste
  • ½ cup light, extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon water to adjust texture, or more as needed

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 15 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 2/3 cup

  • Place garlic slices in a mortar with kosher salt. Mash with the pestle into a fine paste, 4 or 5 minutes. Mix in lemon juice.
  • Add a teaspoon of olive oil; stir and mash until oil is incorporated. Add another teaspoon and mix in thoroughly. Continue incorporating olive oil, teaspoon by teaspoon, mashing and stirring until aioli thickens up. If the aioli gets thicker than you like, add a few drops of water.
  • Nutrition

    173 cal.

    • Total Fat: 19g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Sodium: 161mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 1g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 0g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 6mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 15mg