Aioli

Aioli is a traditional French sauce made from olive oil, garlic and egg; it is a type of garlic mayonnaise.  The Spanish also have a similar sauce called aioli but it is made without the eggs. Aioli is a wonderful dip and sauce, like hummus or pesto it can make a meal, serve aioli with olives or bread and you have a wonderful simple dish that tastes fantastic and is perfect for lunch.

Aioli is perfect with fish and ratatouille for a truly authentic Mediterranean meal. A delicious salad dressing or a wonderful dip to accompany tapas, crispy deep fried squid, patatas bravas and jamon croquettes are all perfect to dip in aioli.

Ingredients

• 5 garlic cloves, crushed
• 1 egg yolk
• 1 whole egg
• 250-300ml olive oil
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• Pinch of salt and pepper

Method

1. In a blender mix all the ingredients except the olive oil. While the motor is running slowly pour in the olive oil stop when it becomes thick like mayonnaise.