{"id":"alioli_2a47258dcc","slug":"traditional-alioli","title":"Traditional Alioli","description":"A creamy, pungent, and authentic Mediterranean garlic sauce made with fresh garlic, rich egg yolk, and high-quality olive oil. Perfect as a dip for bread, a topping for grilled vegetables, or a companion to seafood.","serves":8,"time":{"prepMinutes":15,"cookMinutes":0,"totalMinutes":15,"activeMinutes":15},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"4 garlic cloves","name":"Garlic","quantity":4,"unit":"clove","usQuantity":4,"usUnit":"clove","form":"fresh","notes":"peeled","group":"base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"1/2 tsp salt","name":"Salt","quantity":3,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"tsp","form":"fine","notes":"kosher or sea salt","group":"base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"1 large egg yolk","name":"Egg Yolk","quantity":1,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"piece","form":"raw","notes":"room temperature","group":"base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"1 tsp lemon juice","name":"Lemon Juice","quantity":5,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"1","usUnit":"tsp","form":"freshly squeezed","notes":"","group":"base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"200ml extra virgin olive oil","name":"Olive Oil","quantity":200,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":6.8,"usUnit":"oz","form":"extra virgin","notes":"mild flavor preferred","group":"base","optional":false}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"Place the garlic cloves and salt in a mortar. Pound with a pestle until a smooth, thick paste forms.","group":"Preparation","title":"Place the garlic cloves and salt","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Transfer the garlic paste to a medium bowl. Add the egg yolk and lemon juice, then whisk until well combined.","group":"Emulsifying","title":"Transfer the garlic paste","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Emulsifying"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"While whisking constantly, add the olive oil drop by drop initially. Once the emulsion begins to thicken, you can add the oil in a very slow, thin, steady stream until all the oil is incorporated and the sauce is thick and creamy.","group":"Emulsifying","title":"Add the olive oil drop","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Emulsifying"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Taste the alioli and adjust seasoning with more salt or lemon juice if necessary. Serve immediately or refrigerate.","group":"Finishing","title":"Taste the alioli and adjust seasoning","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Finishing"}],"notes":"For the best results, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting to prevent the emulsion from breaking. Use a mortar and pestle for the most traditional texture, though a whisk works well for a smoother finish.","cuisine":{"group":"Western European","specific":["Spanish","Mediterranean"]},"course":["sauce"],"cookingMethod":["noCook"],"equipment":["mortar and pestle","whisk","mixing bowl"],"diet":["vegetarian","low_carb","keto","gluten_free","dairy_free"],"allergens":["eggs"],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":250,"unit":"ml","note":"Makes about 1 cup"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"Alioli can be prepared a few hours in advance to let flavors meld, but is best when fresh."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Due to the raw egg yolk, do not leave at room temperature for more than 2 hours.","reheatingNotes":"Do not reheat. 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