Spicy Garlic Mayonnaise Sauce (Printable Version)
Creamy garlic-infused mayonnaise with Sriracha heat. Smooth, flavorful condiment for various dishes.
# What You Need:
→ Base
01 - 1 cup mayonnaise
→ Aromatics
02 - 2 garlic cloves, finely minced
→ Heat
03 - 1-2 tablespoons Sriracha or hot sauce
→ Acidity
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
→ Seasoning
05 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
07 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste
# How-To:
01 - In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, minced garlic, Sriracha (starting with 1 tablespoon), lemon juice, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
02 - Whisk vigorously until mixture is completely smooth and all ingredients are well incorporated.
03 - Taste the aioli and adjust seasoning or spice level by adding more Sriracha, salt, or pepper as desired.
04 - Cover bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to develop and meld together.
05 - Serve chilled as a dip for fries, drizzle over grilled meats, or spread on sandwiches and burgers.
# Expert Hints:
01 -
- It comes together in under ten minutes with ingredients you probably already have
- The heat is totally customizable so everyone at the table stays happy
02 -
- The garlic gets stronger as it sits, so do not go overboard initially
- Room temperature aioli tastes more vibrant than cold straight from the fridge
03 -
- Let the garlic sit for 5 minutes after mincing to mellow its harsh raw bite
- Whisk with a fork if you do not want to dirty a whole whisk