Description
This Roasted Garlic Aioli is a rich and creamy sauce bursting with the sweet, mellow flavor of slow-roasted garlic. Perfect as a dip, sandwich spread, or drizzle, this easy-to-make aioli combines roasted garlic with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and Parmesan cheese for a delightful, savory condiment that elevates any dish.
Ingredients
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Roasted Garlic
- 2–3 bulbs of garlic (2 bulbs if medium size, 3 if small)
- 3 teaspoons olive oil (divided)
Aioli
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Garlic Bulbs: Preheat your oven to 400°F. Tear off aluminum foil sheets roughly 5 inches square to individually wrap the garlic bulbs.
- Prep Garlic Bulbs: Remove the sheer outer layers of each garlic bulb carefully to keep the bulb intact. Slice about 1/4 inch off the top side of the garlic bulbs to expose the individual cloves.
- Season and Wrap: Place each garlic bulb at the center of a foil square. Drizzle about 1 teaspoon of olive oil over the exposed cloves, then tightly wrap the garlic bulb in the foil.
- Roast Garlic: Place the foil-wrapped garlic bulbs on a baking dish and roast in the oven for 40 minutes. After roasting, allow the bulbs to cool completely before handling.
- Extract Roasted Garlic: Once cooled, either gently squeeze the roasted cloves out of their skins or peel each clove individually to prepare for blending.
- Make Aioli: In a small food processor or blender, combine the roasted garlic cloves, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper.
- Blend to Smoothness: Blend all the ingredients together until you reach a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Serve or Store: You can serve the aioli immediately or store it in the refrigerator for later use. It pairs wonderfully as a dip, sandwich spread, or sauce.
Notes
- The quality and size of garlic bulbs affect how much you need; smaller bulbs require more for sufficient roasted garlic flavor.
- Roasting garlic mellows the sharpness and adds a subtle sweetness.
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best tangy flavor in your aioli.
- This aioli will keep refrigerated for up to 1 week in an airtight container.
- For a dairy-free option, omit the Parmesan cheese or substitute with a suitable vegan alternative.
- If you prefer a thinner aioli, add a small amount of water or olive oil when blending to achieve your desired consistency.
