Horseradish Aioli
Zesty, creamy, and oh-so addictive, this easy horseradish aioli recipe makes the perfect sauce that has a bit of kick! Whip it up in 5 minutes and use it as a dip or spread. Or drizzle on golden brown french fries, burgers, sandwiches, and more!
Horseradish Aioli Recipe
If you like a little kick, then this homemade horseradish aioli is perfect for you! Whether you need a delicious dip, a flavorful spread, or something tasty to drizzle on an appetizer, this simple recipe will deliver.
Tangy horseradish aioli is the best dipping sauce for crispy kielbasa bites, baby potatoes, or roasted broccoli. You can spread it on burgers or sandwiches, too.
Homemade aioli already has a nice bite to it from fresh lemon juice. So mixing in some tasty horseradish adds a bit of spicy flavor to the sauce and make it irresistibly delicious. This wonderful dip has so many uses and the best flavor!
Whip up a batch with a handful of simple ingredients in just a few minutes, and you’ll soon see what all the fuss is about. This is truly the best horseradish aioli recipe!
Why We Love It
What’s not to love about a creamy horseradish sauce with a bit of tang? You’re going to love how easy it is to make this flavorful spread:
- Aioli is in incredibly versatile. It’s the perfect simple way to add a kick to anything that needs a little bold flavor, from fries to burgers to sandwiches and more.
- This simple recipe is so easy to make. Just grab your ingredients, mix them together, and you’re done!
- It’s really something special! The flavor is super distinct and totally delicious, and it turns regular dishes into a zesty, unique creation.
Ingredients
Gather these few simple ingredients, then you can immediately get started! There’s no a whole lot of steps to this recipe:
- Prepared horseradish: Prepared horseradish can be found in a glass jar in the refrigerated aisle at your local grocery store, or you can make homemade prepared horseradish. This recipe does not use raw horseradish. Prepared horseradish is much milder than raw horseradish, but still full of that unmistakable horseradish flavor zing!
- Freshly squeezed lemon juice: Fresh squeezed will have much more flavor than bottled lemon juice, which is made from concentrate and then preserved with additives.
- Mayonnaise: To keep this recipe Whole30, use compatible mayo. Store-bought mayonnaise and homemade mayonnaise will both work. Feel free to use vegan mayo to make this creamy aioli dairy free!
- Dijon mustard: Using dijon will add more of that warm spicy flavor and it compliments the horseradish wonderfully.
- Seasonings: You’ll be able to flavor the aioli to your taste. But I use salt, black pepper, and garlic powder to season this sauce.
- Green onions: Optionally, serve the horseradish aioli garnished with sliced green onions.
Instructions
While it is relatively simple to make this delicious horseradish aioli sauce, I wanted to provide with full instructions so you can make it with no hiccups! Follow this step by step guide to make the best aioli ever:
Grab your ingredients and measure out each one. Then add the mayonnaise, lemon juice, horseradish, mustard, and seasonings to a medium bowl.
Whisk the ingredients together until fully combined and smooth. There shouldn’t be any lumps or clumps.
Taste the aioli and season it based on your preferences. To increase flavor, you can stir in a little more lemon juice, horseradish, or salt, depending on what you like.
Serve immediately, or refrigerate until needed.
How to Store Horseradish Aioli
Transfer leftovers to an airtight container, or tightly cover the bowl or jar that it is in. Refrigerate for up to a week and be sure to give it a quick stir before serving. It stores very well! However, I do not recommend freezing any leftovers since this is a mayo based sauce.
What to Serve with Horseradish Aioli
I love serving this horseradish dip with parsnip fries or air fryer frozen french fries. It’s great for a simple chip dip too. You can also spread onto roast beef sandwiches or serve it with quick veggies like shishito peppers and air fryer mushrooms.
Serve some fresh horseradish aioli with garlic steak bites or a cast iron grilled steak for a delicious combo. Spread it on hearty hamburgers for extra flavor too! It’s also a traditional combination to pair with prime rib. It’s the best flavor combo with red meats!
You could also make a GREAT salad dressing from this delicious sauce.
Expert Tips & Info
Whether serving this dip as a the perfect dipping sauce or spicy kick to a sandwich, check out these simple tips to make this recipe a smashing success:
- For the best taste, make the sauce a few hours to two days in advance to allow the flavors to meld together a bit. Simply store the aioli covered in the refrigerator until you’re ready to serve it.
- To thin the consistency of aioli, whisk one teaspoon of lemon juice into the mixture until smooth. The simple sauce is easier to dip if the consistency is a bit more thin.
- Make sure to drain the prepared horseradish well so that it does not negatively effect the flavor of the finished product!
FAQ
You can find prepared horseradish in the refrigerated section of your local grocery store. Simply put, it is grated fresh horseradish root jarred with vinegar and salt. This process extends the life of horseradish! It also turns it into a very versatile ingredient that can be used in many different recipes.
This root vegetable is spicy and has a very strong and bold flavor. Prepared in vinegar and salt, it gives the vegetable even more kick and adds a zing to it. Mix it with things like mayo and lemon juice and then you’ve got a creamy horseradish aioli with an incredibly bold flavor!
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Horseradish Aioli
Ingredients
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 ½ Tablespoons lemon juice
- ¾ teaspoon prepared horseradish
- ½ teaspoon dijon mustard
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon pepper
- ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 sliced green onion optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Add the mayonnaise, lemon juice, horseradish, mustard, and seasonings to a medium bowl.
- Whisk the ingredients together until it’s fully combined and smooth, without lumps or clumps. Taste the aioli and season based on your preferences. To increase flavor, you can stir in a little more lemon juice, horseradish, or salt, depending on what you like.
- Serve immediately or store covered in the refrigerator until serving. Optionally, garnish with sliced green onions before serving.
Notes
- Use prepared horseradish (found in a glass jar) and not raw horseradish.
- Freshly squeezed lemon juice will have more flavor than bottled lemon juice.
- To keep this recipe Whole30, use compatible mayo.
- Like a little more zing? Double the horseradish!
- To thin the consistency of aioli, whisk one teaspoon of lemon juice into the mixture until smooth.
- For the best taste, make the sauce a few hours to two days in advance to allow the flavors to meld together a bit. Simply store the aioli covered in the refrigerator until you’re ready to serve it.
- Refrigerate for up to a week. Keep the aioli covered in the refrigerator until you’re ready to use it, then stir before serving.
