Best Garlic Aioli Recipe

### Step 1: Whisk the Aioli

In a small clear glass bowl combine ¾ cup mayonnaise, grated garlic from three cloves, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, ¾ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon sugar, ½ teaspoon ground black pepper and ½ teaspoon garlic powder. Use a sturdy whisk to vigorously whisk until the mixture becomes uniformly glossy and thick, scraping the sides so there are no streaks of unmixed mayo. You should see a smooth, velvety emulsion with tiny flecks of black pepper and threads of grated garlic suspended throughout; let the whisk rest on the rim with a few ribbons of aioli clinging to its tines.

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### Step 2: Chill to Meld Flavors

Transfer the bowl of aioli straight to the refrigerator and let it rest undisturbed for at least 15 minutes so the raw garlic rounds out and the lemon brightens the mayo base. The brief chill tightens the texture into a denser, clingy cream — spoon test it for a coat that clings to a fry or spoon — and the aromatics should smell integrated rather than sharp. Keep the same clear glass bowl covered or lightly wrapped so the vessel you mixed in is the vessel you chill in.

### Step 3: Store and Serve

When ready to serve, place the chilled aioli back on the surface for plating: transfer the glass bowl to a white ceramic serving plate surrounded by golden, thick-cut fries or leave it in the same clear glass bowl for immediate dipping; garnish with finely chopped fresh green herbs and a fresh grind of black pepper for contrast. Leftovers should be sealed and refrigerated up to five days — the texture stays thick and scoopable, the flavors mellow further with time.

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