Special Diet Information

Coumadin® (Warfarin)
This recipe is safe for Coumadin (warfarin) users.

Lactose
This recipe is safe for those who are lactose intolerant.

Sodium
This is a low sodium recipe.

GERD / Acid Reflux
This recipe contains GERD triggers and those with GERD may wish to avoid it.

Gluten Sensitivity
This recipe is safe for those who are sensitive to gluten.

"Without garlic I simply would not care to live." -Louis Diat

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Alioli is a staple of Spanish cuisine. Authentic alioli is made with fresh garlic crushed in a mortar and pestle with olive oil until the garlic forms a paste and emulsifies with the oil. The result is a rich, creamy paste that is great on almost anything.

You will find recipes that use an egg yolk and a blender because many people don't have a mortar and pestle or don't want to take the time to crush the garlic by hand. There is also variation in additional ingredients - everything from sugar to vinegar to salt.

This version is a great way to approach the recipe because the softened, roasted garlic purees well and emulsifies with the olive oil easily. I do think that the lemon juice for a bit of acidity and honey for sweetness balances the garlic and olive oil quite well. This is the type of recipe that you want to use your best quality olive oil for, as te fruitiness of an extra virgin olive oil really comes through.

This goes well on almost anything – you can put a bit on top of grilled shrimp or salmon, use it as a spread for bread, or even as a dip for raw vegetables. It goes fantastic on top of grilled or steamed veggies as well.