Aioli (Garlic Mayonnaise)
4 egg yolks
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1 clove garlic, crushed
1/2 cup (40 g) fresh white bread crumbs
11/2 cups (375 ml) extra virgin olive oil
1 pinch ground cayenne pepper
Makes 3 cups (750 g)
Traditionally served with poached fish, aioli can also be used as a
dip for fresh vegetables or seafood, or as a salad dressing.
Homemade aioli is delicious and much better value than the
prepackaged variety.
1 Ina food processor or blender, process the egg yolks, vinegar,
garlic, bread crumbs and 2 tablespoons water until ingredients are
just combined. With the motor running, drizzle in the oil very
slowly so the mixture emulsifies; if the oil is added too quickly, it
will remain a thin, liquid dressing.
2 Stir in the cayenne pepper. Cool quickly and store in the
refrigerator for up to 5 days.