Aïoli - Aioli
Classic Garlic Aioli is a flavorful Mediterranean sauce perfect for complementing seafood dishes. With its bold garlic essence and creamy texture, it enhances the taste of prawns, lobster, crab, and other delights. Prepared from simple ingredients like garlic, egg yolk, olive oil, and lemon juice, this homemade aioli adds a rich and aromatic touch to any meal.
Aioli, a beloved Mediterranean sauce, serves as the perfect companion to seafood dishes, such as lemon sole goujons and shellfish like prawns, lobster, and crab. This garlic-infused mayonnaise is known for its bold flavor and creamy texture. Follow this simple recipe to create your very own aioli at home and elevate your dishes with its rich and aromatic taste.
Ingredients
🧄 4 cloves of garlic
🧂 Salt, to taste
🥚 1 egg yolk
🫒 115 ml extra virgin olive oil
🌻 60 ml sunflower oil
🍋 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
1- Prepare the Garlic:
- Peel the garlic cloves and finely chop them.
- Sprinkle a pinch of salt over the chopped garlic.
- Use the side of a knife to mash the garlic and salt together, creating a smooth puree.
2- Set Up Your Mixing Bowl:
- Transfer the mashed garlic into a large mixing bowl.
3- Begin Emulsifying:
- Add the egg yolk to the bowl with the garlic.
- With a hand mixer at hand, start blending the garlic-egg mixture on low speed.
4- Gradually Add Oils:
- Combine the olive oil and sunflower oil in a separate container.
- While continuously mixing, slowly add the oil blend into the garlic-egg mixture. Start with tiny increments, ensuring the mixture doesn’t split.
- As the sauce thickens, you can increase the rate at which you add the oil.
5- Finish the Aioli:
- Once you’ve added all the oil and the aioli has reached a thick consistency, stir in the lemon juice.
- Taste the aioli and adjust the salt, if necessary. You may add approximately half a teaspoon more if needed.
6- Serve:
- Transfer the aioli into a serving dish and enjoy it as a dipping sauce or condiment.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes (No cooking required)
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: Makes about 200 grams of aioli, enough for several servings.
Cooking Tips:
- Ensure all your ingredients are at room temperature to prevent the aioli from splitting.
- If the aioli becomes too thick, a little extra lemon juice or a drop of warm water can help thin it out slightly.
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