Cajun Garlic Aioli
Elevate your dishes with the bold and zesty flavors of Cajun Garlic Aioli—a quick, 5-minute recipe that's versatile, flavorful, and irresistibly creamy. This easy homemade aioli combines rich mayonnaise with the punch of fresh minced garlic, tangy lemon juice, and the smokiness of Cajun seasoning and paprika. For those who love a little heat, a dash of hot sauce can be added to take it up a notch. Perfect as a dip for fries, a spread for sandwiches, or a tangy-sweet sauce for grilled meats and seafood, this aioli brings a restaurant-quality touch to any meal. With its bold Southern-inspired spices and creamy texture, Cajun Garlic Aioli will quickly become your new go-to condiment!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoons Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons Hot sauce (optional)
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, add the mayonnaise, minced garlic, and lemon juice.
Sprinkle in the Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. If desired, add the hot sauce for an extra kick.
Using a whisk or spoon, mix all the ingredients until well combined and smooth.
Taste the aioli and adjust the seasoning if necessary (e.g., more Cajun seasoning for spiciness or more lemon juice for tanginess).
Transfer the aioli to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve as a dip for fries, a spread for sandwiches, or a sauce for seafood and grilled meats. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1757 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 172.8 g | 222% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.7 g | 78% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 235 mg | 78% | |
| Sodium | 2524 mg | 110% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.3 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.9 g | ||
| Protein | 0.7 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 17 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 90 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
