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Spoon dipping into small bowl of bbq aioli.

BBQ Aioli

Course: Sauce
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 233kcal
Author: Platings and Pairings
BBQ Aioli combines creamy mayonnaise, smoky BBQ sauce, fresh garlic, and a splash of lemon juice for a rich, tangy, and versatile condiment. Ready in just minutes, it's the perfect way to add a bold, smoky-sweet kick to your favorite sandwiches, fries, and grilled foods.
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Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Combine all ingredients in a small bowl and stir to combine.

Notes

Storing
  • Store leftover BBQ aioli in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Make sure to give the sauce a good stir before serving, as the creamy mayo may separate during storage.
  • I don’t recommend freezing this sauce as the freezing and thawing can alter the smooth and creamy consistency.
Tips and tricks
  • Always taste this BBQ aioli after mixing the ingredients together. You may find that you want to adjust the flavor by adding more salt, more lemon juice to balance the richness, or mix in an extra bit of tangy BBQ sauce for a more prominent taste.
  • Adjust the consistency of the aioli to your liking. Stir in some water for a thinner sauce, or mix in more mayo for a thicker sauce.
  • Chill the sauce for about 15 minutes before serving. While this is optional, it helps the sauce to thicken and for the flavors to meld together and intensify.
  • Stir leftover BBQ aioli with additional liquid (if needed) as it will naturally thicken in the fridge and the creamy mayo may also separate.
  • Make a double batch of BBQ aioli by simply doubling the ingredients called for in this recipe, if needed.
Variations
  • Sweet BBQ aioli - Stir in honey, brown sugar, or molasses. That sweet and tangy flavor combo is perfect with crispy chicken tenders or chicken wings.
  • Spicy BBQ aioli - Add sriracha, hot sauce, or cayenne pepper.
  • Vegan BBQ aioli - Use vegan mayonnaise for a vegan-friendly sauce.
  • Light BBQ aioli - Use reduced fat mayo for a lighter aioli that won’t be as rich, if you prefer. Plain Greek yogurt can also be used to replace the mayo for a tangy, protein-rich version that’s still lighter than mayo.
  • Smoky BBQ aioli - Use a smoky BBQ sauce in this aioli, add a dash of smoked paprika, or liquid smoke - great with grilled meats, seafood, and roasted vegetables.
  • Spices - Try adding in some onion powder or red pepper flakes.

Nutrition

Calories: 233kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 13g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 423mg | Potassium: 68mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 72IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 0.2mg