Description
This quick and easy 5-Minute Spicy Aioli is the perfect way to add bold, creamy, and garlicky heat to your meals! Made with simple ingredients like mayo, garlic, olive oil, and spices, this homemade aioli is a game-changer for sandwiches, burgers, seafood, fries, and more. Customize the spice level to your liking and enjoy a restaurant-quality sauce at home!
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, minced garlic, and olive oil.
- Add lemon juice, cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well combined.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Add more cayenne for extra heat.
- Use immediately or refrigerate for up to 5 days in an airtight container.
Notes
- For a smoother texture, blend ingredients in a food processor.
- Substitute mayo with Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
- Try adding a teaspoon of sriracha or hot sauce for extra kick!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiments & Sauces
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approx. 1 Tbsp
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0.5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0.2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg