Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the tops off the garlic bulbs to expose the cloves. Drizzle with a little olive oil and wrap in aluminum foil. Roast for about 30-40 minutes, or until the cloves are soft and golden. Allow to cool slightly before squeezing the garlic into a bowl.
- In your food processor, combine the roasted garlic, egg yolks, white vinegar, and Dijon mustard. Blend until smooth and well combined.
- With the processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil (both regular/light and extra virgin). It’s important to add the oil gradually to create a stable emulsion. Continue blending until the aioli is thick and creamy.
- Once your aioli has reached the desired consistency, season with sea salt and black pepper to taste. Blend again briefly to combine.
- Transfer the aioli to a storage container and refrigerate. It will keep well for about one week, though the flavors will continue to develop over time.
Notes
- For a twist, add fresh herbs like basil or dill.
- Experiment with citrus by adding lemon or lime juice for a brighter flavor.
- If the aioli doesn’t thicken, try adding more egg yolk.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container to keep it fresh.
- Portion and freeze any leftover aioli for later use.
