You may think of aioli as “upscale mayonnaise,” but it's far more than that, in the same way that risotto transcends “fancy rice.” There are few condiments as versatile and flavor-packed as aioli, a creamy, garlicky sauce with roots in the Mediterranean, where it has long been a staple accompaniment to grilled seafood, roasted vegetables and crusty bread, to name a few.
Right now aioli is having a moment, thanks to its ability to elevate even the simplest dish, imparting a punch of umami and a luxurious mouthfeel. While the classic version is made by hand-whisking egg yolks, oil and garlic into an emulsion, modern interpretations offer smart shortcuts for the home cook. With easy aioli in your culinary arsenal, you can transform ordinary ingredients into extraordinary meals bursting with character.
TURKEY BURGERS WITH ONION & HERB AIOLI
Turkey burgers can be just as mouth wateringly delicious with the right preparation, and that includes dressing it up with the right condiments. This aioli brings a saucy, creamy zing to this tasty burger thanks to the bold taste of McCormick Salt Free Onion and Herb Seasoning.
CRISPY CHICKEN SANDWICH TACOS WITH COTIJA LIME AIOLI
These two crave-worthy faves—fried chicken and tacos—offer a delectable fusion that takes the best of both worlds and melds them into one seriously satisfying handheld. Layer on the flavor with McCormick Street Taco Southwest Ranch Chicken Seasoning Mix, and then bring the heat by drizzling on a creamy, dreamy Cotija Lime Aioli that features the pleasant bite of Cholula® Chipotle Hot Sauce.
BLACK AND WHITE ENCRUSTED TUNA WITH WASABI AIOLI
Ready to go gourmet? These delicious tuna steaks get their flavor from a blend of McCormick Gourmet Organic Garlic Powder, McCormick Gourmet Organic Ground Ginger, McCormick Gourmet Organic Coarse Ground Black Pepper McCormick Gourmet Organic Sesame Seed and black sesame seeds. Wasabi aioli adds a welcome spark, with a surprising note of ginger.
PEACH AND PROSCIUTTO PANINI WITH THYME AIOLI
No sad desk salad for you! Look to lunch to provide a bright spot in your day with this balance of sweet and salty — juicy, tender peaches paired with the salted perfection of prosciutto and sopressata. Choose a hearty bread, like rustic sourdough or a garlic- or herb-infused focaccia, and then slather on thyme aioli, a creamy creation that features mayo mixed with McCormick Gourmet Organic Thyme Leaves and grated lemon zest.
HAZELNUT STUFFED ARTICHOKES WITH SMOKED PAPRIKA AIOLI
Artichokes exhibit main character energy when you take the steamed vegetable and stuff it with a concoction of crunchy hazelnuts and bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese and melted butter. While it they bake in the oven, you can prepare a specialty aioli, where mayonnaise, lemon juice, McCormick Smoked Paprika and McCormick Garlic Powder unite to create the perfect smoky complement to the savory artichoke.
MUSTARD AIOLI
Finally, we bring you the ultimate sauce that will transform any side or main — and it features just five ingredients and takes five minutes (or less!) to whip up. The slightly tangy vibe complements a wide variety of savory, crispy or fresh foods and it can be reimagined as a dipping sauce, marinade or topping. Think dippers like crispy fried zucchini chips, calamari or mushrooms or dunkers like pretzel bites, crusty bread or French fries or potato wedges. This aioli will give a whole new life to chicken nuggets or fish sticks and will make roasted veggies even more tempting. Keep some in your fridge to enliven any recipe with an unexpected twist.
