Description
Spicy Aioli is a creamy, bold, and flavorful sauce made with mayonnaise, garlic, lemon juice, and hot sauce. This easy homemade condiment adds a perfect spicy kick to fries, sandwiches, burgers, and roasted vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise: provides a rich and creamy base
- 2 cloves garlic, minced: adds bold and aromatic flavor
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice: brings freshness and acidity
- 1–2 teaspoons hot sauce: adds adjustable heat
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika: enhances color and mild smokiness
- 1/4 teaspoon salt: balances and enhances flavors
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional): boosts spiciness
Instructions
- Add mayonnaise to a medium mixing bowl.
- Mix in the minced garlic until evenly distributed.
- Add lemon juice and stir to combine for a balanced tang.
- Pour in hot sauce gradually, adjusting to your preferred spice level.
- Sprinkle paprika, salt, and optional cayenne pepper into the mixture.
- Whisk everything together until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more lemon juice or spice.
- Cover and refrigerate for 15–30 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh garlic for the best flavor and aroma.
- Adjust the heat level by increasing or reducing the hot sauce.
- For a lighter version, substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt.
- Let the aioli rest in the fridge to enhance flavor depth.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 5mg