Spicy Garlic Mayonnaise Sauce (Printable)
Creamy garlic-infused mayonnaise with Sriracha heat, perfect for enhancing various dishes.
# What You’ll 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 Steps:
01 - Place mayonnaise, minced garlic, Sriracha (begin with 1 tablespoon), lemon juice, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper in a medium mixing bowl.
02 - Whisk vigorously until mixture achieves smooth, uniform consistency and all ingredients are fully incorporated.
03 - Taste the aioli and modify spice level or seasoning as preferred by adding additional Sriracha or salt.
04 - Cover bowl and refrigerate for minimum 30 minutes to allow flavors to develop and merge properly.
05 - Present chilled aioli as dipping sauce, sandwich spread, or condiment for grilled dishes.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It comes together in under ten minutes with ingredients you probably already have in your fridge
- The smoky paprika and bright lemon balance the heat perfectly, making it addictive without being overwhelming
02 -
- The garlic flavor gets stronger as it sits, so don't be tempted to add more right away
- Tasting after thirty minutes in the fridge will give you the true final flavor
03 -
- Grating the garlic on a microplane makes it almost disappear into the sauce for a smoother texture
- If it's too spicy, add another teaspoon of mayo and a squeeze more lemon juice