Garlicky Blender Aioli

Name: Garlicky Blender Aioli
Yield: Makes about 1 cup
Ingredients: 1 large egg; 1/2 cup olive oil; 1/4 cup blanched almonds; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 2 garlic cloves, lightly crushed; Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper

By Chris Morocco

August 1, 2016

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There are a lot of aioli recipes out there. This one uses a coddled egg instead of raw, and the blender method ensures a successful emulsion.

Recipe information

Yield
Makes about 1 cup

Ingredients

1 large egg

1/2 cup olive oil

1/4 cup blanched almonds

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

2 garlic cloves, lightly crushed

Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper

Preparation

Step 1
Cook egg in a small saucepan of gently boiling water 4 minutes. Immediately transfer to a bowl of ice water and stir until egg is cool to the touch, about 1 minute. Carefully peel egg (the yolk will still be runny). Purée in a blender with oil, almonds, lemon juice, and garlic until mixture is very smooth. Add 2 large ice cubes and purée, scraping down sides as needed, until a thick, foamy, white, emulsified sauce forms, about 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper. Blend in another ice cube if needed to thin sauce (aioli will firm slightly if chilled).
Do Ahead
Step 2
Aioli can be made 3 days ahead. Cover and chill.

TagsCondiment Almond Nut Garlic Root Vegetable Vegetable Dairy Free Gluten Free Vegetarian 5 Ingredients or Fewer Meal Prep Make Ahead Simmer Blender Bon Appétit

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