Description
This creamy garlic aioli is made with one whole egg and neutral oil for a foolproof emulsion. Includes immersion blender, food processor, and by-hand methods.
Ingredients
- 1 large egg (room temperature preferred)
- 2-3 garlic cloves, pressed or finely minced
- 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (or lemon juice)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard or hot Chinese mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
- 3/4 cup neutral oil (avocado, grapeseed, light olive oil, or canola)
Instructions
Method 1: Immersion Blender (Recommended)
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Add egg, garlic, lime juice, mustard, salt, white pepper, and oil to a tall jar.
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Place immersion blender directly over the egg at the bottom of the jar.
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Blend on high for 10–15 seconds until thick and creamy forms.
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Slowly lift the blender upward to incorporate remaining oil until fully emulsified.
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Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Method 2: Food Processor
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Add egg, garlic, lime juice, mustard, and salt to the food processor. Pulse to combine.
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With the processor running, slowly drizzle in oil in a thin, steady stream.
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Process until thick and creamy.
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Adjust seasoning to taste.
Method 3: By Hand
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In a bowl, whisk egg, garlic, citrus juice, and salt vigorously.
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Add oil one teaspoon at a time while whisking constantly.
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Once mixture thickens and lightens in color, transition to a thin, steady stream of oil.
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Continue whisking until fully emulsified and thick.
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Adjust seasoning as needed.
Equipment

Beautiful 2-Speed Immersion Blender with Chopper & Measuring Cup, White Icing by Drew Barrymore
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Walfos Small Whisk set of 3 (5+7+10in)
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Mora Ceramics Small Mixing Bowls Set of 2 – 2.5 & 1.6 Qt (Vanilla White)
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Le Creuset Measuring Spoons, Gold, Set of 5
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- If the aioli splits, whisk the broken mixture slowly into one fresh egg yolk to rebuild the emulsion.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3–4 days.
- For a milder flavor, substitute roasted garlic for raw garlic.
- For best results, use room temperature ingredients to help the emulsion form properly.
*Time is based on the use of either an immersion blender or a food processor. By hand will take around 15-20 minutes, depending on you and your stamina.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: condiment
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean