This Garlic Aioli recipe is a creamy, garlicky sauce with a hint of lemon. It’s perfect for dipping fries, spreading on sandwiches, serving with grilled meats, and more.

What is Aioli?

Aioli comes from the Mediterranean, but there are different variations coming from Spain, France—and many other places. It’s similar to mayonnaise in that it is an emulsified oil with minced garlic and sometimes other flavorings like lemon, chipotle, or even truffle oil! This short-cut version uses mayonnaise, garlic, and lemon and takes just a few minutes to prepare.

How to Make Garlic Aioli

Once you create your own aioli, you’ll never want to taste store-bought again! For a milder garlic flavor, roast garlic in the oven wrapped in aluminum foil until tender and golden.

Flavorful Variations

Homemade aioli can be seasoned lots of different ways. Add the following—as much or as little as you’d like:

Spicy: sriracha sauce, chipotle or cayenne powder. Savory: pesto, basil, roasted garlic or red peppers, sundried tomatoes, or truffle oil. Creamy: avocado, dijon or stone-ground mustard.

What to Serve it With

This homemade garlic aioli recipe is a simple condiment that is great for dipping or as a spread. Serve it with appetizers, meats, veggies, salads, and sandwiches!

How to Store Aioli

Aioli should be kept in a tightly covered container in the fridge for about 2-3 days. Did you love this homemade Aioli? Be sure to leave a rating and a comment below. © SpendWithPennies.com. Content and photographs are copyright protected. Sharing of this recipe is both encouraged and appreciated. Copying and/or pasting full recipes to any social media is strictly prohibited. Please view my photo use policy here.

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