Mallorcan Aioli | Homemade Garlic Mayonnaise Recipe without Eggs
- Appetizers & Snacks, Bread, Dips & Spreads & Sauces, Fingerfood, Spain
Experience the distinctive taste of Mallorcan Aioli, also known as “all i oli” (Catalan for “garlic and oil”). This classic sauce from Mallorca, one of Spain’s Balearic Islands, features a creamy texture and intense garlic flavor. Made with garlic, rapeseed oil, milk, salt, pepper, and a splash of lemon juice, this versatile aioli is perfect as a dip for bread or vegetables, as a side for seafood like grilled fish, or as a flavorful addition to grilled meats and sandwiches. Serve it immediately after preparation or let it chill in the refrigerator to enhance the flavors. Bring a touch of Mallorcan cuisine to your table.
Ingredients:
- 100 ml rapeseed oil
- 50 ml milk
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- a splash of fresh lemon juice
Directions:
(1) Prepare the Garlic:
Peel the garlic cloves and chop them roughly.
(2) Blend Everything:
Place the chopped garlic cloves, rapeseed oil, milk, salt, pepper, and a splash of lemon juice into a tall container or blender.
Blend thoroughly with an immersion blender until the mixture is smooth and thick.
(3) Serve:
The aioli can be served immediately.
For a more developed flavor, let the aioli sit in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serving Suggestion: This aioli is excellent as a dip for bread, as a side for vegetables, or as a sauce for meats and fish.
Some Recipe Tips:
Adjusting Garlic Flavor: Vary the number of garlic cloves to achieve the desired intensity of garlic flavor, whether stronger or milder.
Oil Variation: Experiment with different oils, such as olive oil or a blend of rapeseed oil and olive oil, to create unique flavor profiles.
Adjusting Consistency: If the aioli is too thick, thin it out with a few drops of additional milk. If it’s too thin, simply add more oil.
Making It Vegan: Substitute the milk with plant-based alternatives like almond milk or oat milk to make a vegan version.
Storage: Homemade Aioli should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It generally stays fresh for about 1 week.
Uses for Aioli:
As an Appetizer: Serve aioli with tapas, grilled seafood, or fried appetizers.
As a Dip: Enjoy aioli as a dip for crusty bread, vegetable sticks, or chips. It’s especially delicious with freshly baked baguette or croutons.
As a Sauce: Use aioli as a tasty sauce for grilled or roasted meats like chicken, lamb, or beef. It also pairs wonderfully with grilled fish.
In Sandwiches: Spread aioli on sandwiches or burgers for extra flavor and creaminess. It complements ingredients like grilled vegetables, fried chicken, or beef.
Mallorcan Aioli | Homemade Garlic Mayonnaise Recipe without Eggs
Course: Dips & Spreads & Sauces, Appetizers & Snacks, FingerfoodCuisine: SpainDifficulty: Easy5
minutesExperience the distinctive taste of Mallorcan Aioli, also known as "all i oli" (Catalan for "garlic and oil"). This classic sauce from Mallorca, one of Spain's Balearic Islands, features a creamy texture and intense garlic flavor. Made with garlic, rapeseed oil, milk, salt, pepper, and a splash of lemon juice, this versatile aioli is perfect as a dip for bread or vegetables, as a side for seafood like grilled fish, or as a flavorful addition to grilled meats and sandwiches. Serve it immediately after preparation or let it chill in the refrigerator to enhance the flavors. Bring a touch of Mallorcan cuisine to your table.
Ingredients
100 ml rapeseed oil
50 ml milk
2 cloves of garlic
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
a splash of fresh lemon juice
Directions
Prepare the Garlic:
Peel the garlic cloves and chop them roughly.
Blend Everything:
Place the chopped garlic cloves, rapeseed oil, milk, salt, pepper, and a splash of lemon juice into a tall container or blender.
Blend thoroughly with an immersion blender until the mixture is smooth and thick.
Serve:
The aioli can be served immediately.
For a more developed flavor, let the aioli sit in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serving Suggestion: This aioli is excellent as a dip for bread, as a side for vegetables, or as a sauce for meats and fish.
Notes
- Adjusting Garlic Flavor: Vary the number of garlic cloves to achieve the desired intensity of garlic flavor, whether stronger or milder.
- Oil Variation: Experiment with different oils, such as olive oil or a blend of rapeseed oil and olive oil, to create unique flavor profiles.
- Adjusting Consistency: If the aioli is too thick, thin it out with a few drops of additional milk. If it’s too thin, simply add more oil.
- Making It Vegan: Substitute the milk with plant-based alternatives like almond milk or oat milk to make a vegan version.
- Storage: Homemade Aioli should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It generally stays fresh for about 1 week.
