Chili Aioli is an understated dipping sauce that's excellent to enjoy with fries or wings. It's spicy, creamy, and ready in minutes(with simple ingredients). It's a great recipe when you're in the mood for something spicy. Simply, whip the ingredients and ENJOY!
My family loves enjoying verity of food, so I keep experimenting with various combinations and textures. This is chili aioli recipe turned out as a huge success.
Thereafter, whenever the main dish lacks a bit of heat or flavor, this sauce is my go-to to bring it to life(I also rely on this Sriracha aioli and ginger aioli recipes).
In this dipping sauce, mayonnaise is infused with chili powder and other seasonings, making it creamy and tasty that could turn everyone's favorite. All under 5 minutes of prepping work.
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
⭐️Simple ingredients and perfect results everytime!
⭐️Addictive dipping sauce!
⭐️Customizable heat!
Ingredients
- Mayonnaise: I used light mayonnaise. Feel free to use a classic or vegan mayonnaise.
- Garlic: Freshly minced garlic is my all-time favorite.
- Lemon Juice: Adds a tangy flavor and thins the mayonnaise slightly.
- Chili Powder: I used chipotle chili powder, which has added spices and great flavor.
- Hot Sauce: I used Frank's RedHot Sauce, but feel free to substitute with Tabasco or Sriracha.
How To Make Chili Aioli
- In a small bowl, add mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, chili powder, hot sauce, salt, and pepper.
- Stir well until all the ingredients are combined. Transfer to a serving bowl and serve as a dip for fries or wings.
♨️How To Adjust The Heat Level
This Chili Aioli Sauce has a mild heat primarily from chili powder and hot sauce. You can adjust the quantity of chili powder and the hot sauce according to your family’s choice.
To amp up the heat, stir in crushed chili pepper flakes.
Pro Tips For Best Results
- Let the sauce sit in the refrigerator for 10–15 minutes before serving to enhance the flavors.
- Whipping is key! Just before serving, whip again to bring all the ingredients together beautifully with a creamy texture.
FAQ
Chili aioli is a fusion condiment combining French and Mexican flavors. Traditionally, aioli is a French sauce made with mayonnaise and garlic. This recipe incorporates Mexican-inspired ingredients like chili powder and hot sauce.
This versatile sauce pairs well with spicy chicken wings, roasted vegetables, fries, as a topping for fish tacos or sandwiches
Yes, absolutely! You can prepare it at least a day in advance and refrigerate it until ready to serve. Before serving, give it a gentle whisk to make it creamy.
Yes, you can substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt or sour cream. It adds a tangy flavor, though the flavor profile will be slightly different.
If the aioli is too thin, add more mayonnaise to thicken it. If it’s too thick, thin it out with a little lemon juice or by whipping in some sour cream.
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📖 Recipe
Chili Aioli
Ingredients
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon hot sauce
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a small bowl, add mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, chili powder, hot sauce, salt, and pepper.
- Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined and the texture turns smooth.
- Serve as a dip or spread with your favorite dishes like fries. Enjoy!
Notes
- Adjust the heat level by modifying the amount of chili powder or hot sauce, or add crushed red pepper flakes for more heat.
- For the best flavor, let the sauce rest in the refrigerator for 10–15 minutes and whip it again before serving.
- You can make the aioli and refrigerate it for up to 3 days; whisk before serving to bring the ingredients together.
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