Elegant Dijon Aioli with a Zesty Twist

Ingredients

- 1 large egg, at room temperature
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 cup safflower oil
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Instructions

1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Ensure that your egg is at room temperature to help create a smooth emulsion. Gather all your other ingredients so they are within reach.

2. Create the Flavor Base: In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the room-temperature egg, Dijon mustard, red wine vinegar, white wine vinegar, and sea salt. Whisk these ingredients together until fully combined and the mixture is homogenous.

3. Emulsify the Oils: Slowly drizzle the safflower oil into the egg mixture, whisking continuously. This step is crucial for the successful emulsification of the egg and oils. Once half of the safflower oil has been incorporated, switch to the vegetable oil and continue to drizzle it in slowly while whisking vigorously.

4. Adjust the Seasoning and Texture: Once all the oil is incorporated, the aioli should be thick and creamy. Add the lemon juice and whisk briefly to mix. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, considering more sea salt or lemon juice to balance flavors.

5. Chill and Serve: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the aioli for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together.

PT30M
30 minutes

Total Time

PT30M
30 minutes

Type of Dish

Lunch

Keywords

Dijon aioli, easy gourmet lunch, elegant condiments, stove prep aioli, emulsion technique, egg-based sauces, Dijon mustard recipe, homemade aioli, lunch condiments, creamy dipping sauce

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Total Calories: 1450

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