Description
This vibrant Cranberry Aioli is a tangy and creamy sauce perfect for adding a festive twist to sandwiches, burgers, or as a dip. Made with fresh cranberries, garlic, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and honey, it balances sweet and savory flavors with a hint of citrusy brightness.
Ingredients
Scale
Fresh Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh cranberries (about 100 grams)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
Pantry Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise (about 240 grams)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Collect all required ingredients including fresh cranberries, minced garlic, mayonnaise, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper to prepare your cranberry aioli.
- Prepare Cranberries: Rinse the cranberries under cold water and remove any stems to ensure they are clean and ready for cooking.
- Cook Cranberries: Place the cranberries in a small saucepan with a splash of water over medium heat. Cook them until they burst and soften, which should take about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Blend Aioli: Transfer the cooked cranberries to a food processor. Add the minced garlic, mayonnaise, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper. Blend all ingredients until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste the aioli and adjust the salt and pepper as needed to suit your preference before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute honey with maple syrup or agave nectar for a vegan option if you replace the mayonnaise with a vegan mayo.
- Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for the best flavor.
- This aioli pairs excellently with sandwiches, grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or as a dip for fries.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and use within 3-4 days.
