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Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Aioli

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A smoky, creamy homemade dip made from roasted red peppers, garlic, and mayonnaise, perfect for parties and versatile for dipping, spreading, or drizzling.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup roasted red peppers, chopped (fresh-roasted or jarred)
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise (full-fat)
  • 1–2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)
  • Fresh herbs (parsley or chives, finely chopped, optional)

Instructions

  1. If using fresh peppers, preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Roast whole red bell peppers on a baking sheet for 20-25 minutes, turning occasionally, until skins are charred and blistered.
  2. Remove peppers from oven and transfer to a bowl covered with plastic wrap or sealed bag. Let steam for 10 minutes to loosen skins.
  3. Peel off charred skins, remove seeds and membranes, then roughly chop peppers. Skip this step if using jarred roasted peppers.
  4. Mince 1-2 cloves of garlic finely.
  5. In a food processor or blender, combine roasted red peppers, mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  6. Pulse and blend until creamy and smooth, scraping down sides as needed.
  7. If desired, drizzle in olive oil while blending for extra silkiness. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  8. Transfer aioli to a bowl, cover, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

If aioli is too thick, stir in a teaspoon of water or lemon juice to loosen before serving. If too runny, add more mayo or a sprinkle of paprika. Use high-quality jarred roasted peppers as a shortcut. Adjust garlic amount to taste. Chill for at least 30 minutes to develop flavors. Store in airtight container in fridge for 4-5 days. Can be made dairy-free by swapping mayo for vegan mayo or Greek yogurt.

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