Black Garlic Mayo, Creamy Umami Spread in 5 Minutes
This quick black garlic mayo is lush, gently sweet, and packed with umami. It features our I Love Black Garlic Puree, which blends smoothly for consistent flavor in every bite.
Yield about 1 cup
Time 5 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 whole egg, room temperature
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, or rice vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 3/4 cup neutral oil, avocado or grapeseed
- 1 to 1 1/2 tablespoons I Love Black Garlic Puree, adjust to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
- Optional, pinch of white pepper or smoked paprika
Instructions
- Build the base In a tall jar, add egg, lemon juice, Dijon, and salt.
- Add oil Gently pour oil on top so it sits above the liquids.
- Emulsify Place an immersion blender at the bottom and blend until thick, then lift slowly to pull in the oil.
- Add black garlic Spoon in the black garlic puree and blend until fully smooth.
- Season Taste and adjust with more lemon, salt, or puree as you like.
Serving Ideas
- Spread on burgers, fried chicken sandwiches, or veggie wraps
- Dip for fries, roasted potatoes, or sweet potato wedges
- Drizzle on grilled asparagus, mushrooms, or grain bowls
- Stir into potato salad or macaroni salad for depth
Chef Notes
- Vegan option Swap the egg for 1/2 cup aquafaba, blend the same way.
- Food safety Use a fresh, high quality egg. For extra safety, use pasteurized eggs.
- Thickness If too thick, whisk in a teaspoon of water or lemon juice. If too thin, blend in a bit more oil.
Storage
Refrigerate in a sealed jar for up to 7 days. Flavor deepens on day two.
Approximate Nutrition, per tablespoon
Calories 95, Fat 10 g, Carbs 0 g, Protein 0 g, Sodium 60 mg
Make It With The Best Black Garlic
Create instant gourmet flavor with our I Love Black Garlic Puree, 7 oz.
