Black Garlic Aioli - Spring 2026
Ingredients
- 1 cup good-quality mayonnaise
- 3 or 4 cloves black garlic (mashed into a paste)
- 1 small fresh garlic clove microplaned (optional for extra bite)
- 1 to 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt (adjust to taste)
- Fresh cracked black pepper
Instructions
Optional
- Pinch of smoked paprika or a drizzle of honey (depending on the vibe you want)
Directions
- Mash the black garlic into a smooth paste using the side of your knife or a mortar and pestle. It should be jammy and spreadable.
- In a bowl, whisk together mayo, black garlic paste, lemon juice, and olive oil until fully combined. Add salt and pepper. Taste and adjust—more lemon for brightness, more black garlic for depth.
- Let it rest 30 to 60 minutes in the fridge to bloom and marry the flavors.