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How to Make Garlic Aioli

Learn how to make garlic aioli with mayonnaise, garlic, lemon, olive oil, storage safety, common mistakes, troubleshooting, and FAQs.

Food & CookingEdited by Pramod Tiwari
2 min read

Quick Answer

To make garlic aioli safely at home, mix store-bought mayonnaise with finely grated garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper, chill briefly, and refrigerate leftovers. Avoid raw-egg aioli unless you use pasteurized eggs and understand the food safety risk.

Ingredients and Tools

  • Store-bought mayonnaise
  • Garlic
  • Lemon juice
  • Olive oil
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Small bowl
  • Grater or garlic press
  • Whisk

Safety Precautions

  • FDA notes commercial mayonnaise and dressings generally use pasteurized eggs.
  • Avoid raw-egg aioli for children, older adults, pregnant people, immunocompromised people, or anyone at higher risk.
  • Refrigerate aioli promptly and do not leave it out for more than 2 hours.
  • Use clean utensils and avoid double dipping.
  • Discard aioli with off smell or unsafe storage history.

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Grate garlic

    Finely grate or press garlic so it blends smoothly.

  2. Step 2

    Add mayonnaise

    Use commercial mayonnaise for a safer beginner version.

  3. Step 3

    Add lemon

    Stir in lemon juice for brightness.

  4. Step 4

    Whisk in oil

    Add a small drizzle of olive oil for flavor and texture.

  5. Step 5

    Season

    Add salt and pepper, then taste.

  6. Step 6

    Chill briefly

    Refrigerate 15 to 30 minutes so garlic flavor spreads.

  7. Step 7

    Store cold

    Keep covered in the refrigerator and use safe leftover judgment.

Practical Example

Example: Mix 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1 small grated garlic clove, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon olive oil, salt, and pepper, then chill before serving with roasted potatoes.

Common Mistakes

  • Using too much raw garlic
  • Leaving aioli out at room temperature
  • Using raw eggs without understanding risk
  • Skipping lemon
  • Double dipping
  • Not chilling before serving

Troubleshooting

Garlic is too strong

Add more mayonnaise and a little lemon to balance.

Aioli tastes flat

Add salt, lemon, or a small amount of olive oil.

Aioli is too thin

Stir in more mayonnaise and chill.

Aioli separated

Whisk in a spoonful of mayonnaise until smooth.

FAQs

Is aioli made with raw egg safe?

Raw egg can carry foodborne illness risk. This beginner version uses commercial mayonnaise to reduce that risk.

Can I make aioli without mayo?

Traditional versions can be emulsified from garlic and oil, but mayo is easier for beginners.

How long can aioli sit out?

Use the 2-hour rule for perishable foods, and less time in hot weather.

What can I serve with garlic aioli?

Serve it with fries, roasted vegetables, sandwiches, grilled fish, or chicken.

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