Quick Aïoli With Egg Recipes

CHEATER'S AIOLI

Steps:

• In a small, shallow bowl, combine the pressed garlic and lemon juice. Stir to combine and spread it into an even layer so the juice can work its magic. Sprinkle lightly with salt. Let the mixture rest for 10 minutes, so the lemon juice can absorb the garlic's flavor.
• Place a fine mesh strainer over another bowl. Using a silicone or rubber spatula, scoop the contents of the bowl into the strainer, then press on the garlic with the spatula to get as much juice out as possible. Discard the garlic.
• Stir the mayo into the garlicky lemon juice until combined. Taste, and adjust only if necessary-if the garlic flavor is overwhelming, stir in more mayonnaise by the tablespoon. If you want it to taste a little more interesting, add the Dijon mustard. For more tang, add another little squeeze of lemon juice.
• Aioli will keep well in the refrigerator, covered, for up to 10 days. It will thicken up more as it chills.

EASY AIOLI

Steps:

• Add the garlic: Whisk in half the garlic. Taste and add more salt and garlic if you like.
• Adjust the consistency: If the aioli is thicker than you like, whisk in a few drops of water or lemon juice. If it is too thin, slowly whisk in more oil.
• Store: Place in a small bowl, cover with plastic, and refrigerate until ready to use. Aioli will keep, refrigerated, for 3 to 5 days.

QUICK AïOLI WITH EGG

Steps:

• Blend 1/4 cup garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, and 2 tablespoons oil in a blender at high speed until smooth and creamy.
• Add 1 egg or 2 yolks and, with motor running, very slowly add 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons oil in a thin, steady stream until aïoli is thick. This will take about 2 minutes.
• Transfer to a bowl. Make second batch with remaining ingredients.

QUICK GARLIC AIOLI

Steps:

• Stir mayonnaise, garlic, lemon juice, and cayenne pepper together in a small bowl. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.