Dairy-Free Spicy Aioli
Elevate your dips and spreads with this bold and creamy Dairy-Free Spicy Aioli, a plant-based take on a classic condiment. Made with aquafaba—the liquid from chickpeas—it effortlessly emulsifies into a rich and velvety texture without the need for eggs or dairy. Infused with vibrant flavors from smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, minced garlic, and a hint of Dijon mustard, this recipe delivers just the right amount of heat and smokiness. A touch of lemon juice brightens it up, while optional hot sauce lets you customize the spice level to your liking. Perfect as a dip for fries, a zesty spread for sandwiches, or a topping for roasted veggies, this versatile aioli comes together in just 10 minutes with the help of an immersion blender. Refrigerate to let the flavors meld, and enjoy this guilt-free, dairy-free delight all week long!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Aquafaba (liquid from a can of chickpeas)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.75 cup Neutral oil (such as avocado or sunflower oil)
- 0.5 teaspoon Hot sauce (optional, for extra spice)
Instructions
In a tall jar or bowl, combine the aquafaba, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, minced garlic, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and salt.
Using an immersion blender, blend the mixture until fully combined and slightly frothy.
With the blender running, slowly drizzle in the neutral oil in a thin, steady stream. Continue blending until the mixture emulsifies and thickens into a creamy aioli.
Taste the aioli and adjust seasonings as needed. For extra heat, stir in the optional hot sauce.
Transfer the aioli to a small jar or bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve chilled as a dip, spread, or topping. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1557 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 179.0 g | 229% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.1 g | 96% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1414 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 4.5 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.7 g | ||
| Protein | 1.2 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 16 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 107 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.
