Garlic Aioli

5 from 1 vote

It's quick and easy to make homemade Garlic Aioli, crafted with roasted garlic, mayo, and zesty lemon juice - ideal for dipping or spreading!

Prep Time30

Total Time30

Course: Homemade Mixes, Sauces & Condiments

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Servings: servings

Author: Jamie Sherman

Preheat your air fryer to 390°F (200°C).
Cut off the top of the head of garlic and drizzle it with olive oil (1 teaspoon). Wrap it tightly in aluminum foil.
Place the wrapped garlic directly in the air fryer basket and cook for 25 minutes or until the cloves are soft when pressed and lightly golden brown.
Once the garlic is roasted, carefully unwrap it and squeeze the garlic cloves out of their shell into a small bowl.
To the bowl, add the mayonnaise, freshly squeezed lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
Mix all the ingredients until fully incorporated.
Your delicious Garlic Aioli is ready to be served! Enjoy it as a dip or spread for your favorite dishes.

Garlic Aioli can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Make sure to give it a good stir before serving.
Freezing is not recommended.

You can roast garlic without an air fryer using a conventional oven. Here's how:

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Prepare the Garlic: Cut off the top of a head of garlic to expose the cloves. Drizzle the exposed cloves with olive oil and wrap the head tightly in aluminum foil.
Roast the Garlic: Place the wrapped garlic head on a baking sheet or directly on the oven rack and roast in the preheated oven for about 35-45 minutes, or until the cloves are soft when pressed and lightly golden brown.
Cool and Use: Once roasted, allow the garlic to cool slightly before handling. Then, carefully unwrap the foil and squeeze the roasted garlic cloves out of their skins. The cloves should be soft and caramelized, perfect for making garlic aioli.