Take your homemade mayo to smoky, spicy new heights with this BBQ aioli recipe. Zesty barbecue seasoning and tangy barbecue sauce get folded into a creamy garlic aioli base for an incredible kicked-up condiment.
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Get ready to add an incredible smoky, sweet, and tangy kick to your dishes with this flavor-packed BBQ aioli! You may toss out the ketchup and crown this king of your condiment recipes this grilling season. We’ve combined the rich creaminess of our classic garlic aioli recipe with the bold, caramelized notes of your favorite BBQ sauce.
Seeking an aioli with serious BBQ flair?
You’ve found it right here! This recipe walks you through creating an ultra-smooth, silky aioli base that we then fold BBQ sauce and spices into for an explosion of smoky, savory flavor.
Using your favorite brand of BBQ sauce (or better yet, making your own homemade BBQ sauce) allows you to find that perfect balance of sweet molasses notes, tangy vinegar bite, and aromatic spices like paprika, chili powder, and more. We provide guidance on complementing those BBQ notes with additional spices if desired.
The result is an addictively saucy aioli that’s begging to be slathered over proteins like pulled pork, burgers, or grilled chicken. Use it as a zesty dip for fries, wings, or grilled veggies. You can even double down by stirring it into BBQ baked beans or mac and cheese for an extra punch of flavor right before serving! (Seriously, who knew baked beans could get a fancy makeover with something as simple as some snazzy aioli recipes)? With this easy BBQ aioli in your arsenal, you’re never far from delicious smoky-sweet indulgence.
Ingredients for BBQ Aioli
- Egg yolk
- Lemon Juice
- Mustard
- White Vinegar
- Kosher Salt
- Avocado oil – or your favorite neutral oil. Keep in mind olive oil can have a strong flavor.
- Garlic cloves – or smoked garlic confit to really double down on the signature smoky flavor of barbecue.
- A classic BBQ Spice blend – we love GirlsCanGrill Pork Blend for this as we find it the right blend of sweet and heat.
- BBQ Sauce – stick with a traditional thick and creamy barbecue sauce. Save the thin vinegar based sauce for mopping the pork.
Girl Carnivore Expert Recipe Tips
You can punch this sauce up with any variety of thick barbecue sauce. Try a hickory smoke or a sweet honey barbecue sauce as you play around with flavors.
How to Use
This simple recipe can take any classic grilling recipe to the next level. Start by turning veggies into a family favorite by pairing this with smoked brussels sprouts (bet you didn’t think we’d lead with that). Then try it on French fries, chicken tenders, grilled cheeseburgers, and even hot dogs.
Then, when you really want to elevate your grilling, add it as a garnish along with Alabama white bbq sauce on a platter of grilled chicken quarters. Turn bacon-wrapped smoked meatloaf into a dining experience by serving this homemade mayo on the side.
Or use it to take basic mayo on any sandwich up a notch (especially on our Cajun chicken sandwich or blackened swordfish sandwich). The creamy, cirspy, crunchy combo is crazy indulgent.
How to Store spicy BBQ Aioli
Leftover BBQ aioli can be stored in a glass jar (like a mason jar) or an airtight container in the fridge for up to 7 days. Give it a stir before using.
We don’t recommend freezing aioli as it’s best served fresh for the ideal creamy texture.
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Spicy BBQ Aioli
Recommended Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 Egg yolk room temp
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice
- 1 tsp Mustard
- 1 tsp white vinegar
- ¼ tsp kosher Salt
- 4 garlic cloves smashed
- 1 teaspoon BBQ Spice Blend
- 1 cup Avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon Barbecue Sauce
Instructions
- In your food processor, add the egg yolk, lemon juice, mustard, and vinegar.
- Season with a pinch of salt and bbq spice blend.
- Then pulse to mix two to three times to mix everything.
- Set the food processor to spin and slowly pour in the oil from the top.
- The egg and oil will combine and turn off-white, emulsifying into mayonnaise.
- Add in the barbecue sauce and pulse a few more times to incorporate.
- Spoon into a resealable jar and chill until ready to use.
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How to Make BBQ Aioli Step-by-Step
- In your food processor, add the egg yolk, lemon juice, mustard, and vinegar.
- Season with a pinch of salt and bbq spice blend.
- Then pulse to mix two to three times to mix everything.
- Set the food processor to spin and slowly pour in the oil from the top.
- The egg and oil will combine and turn off-white, emulsifying into mayonnaise.
- Add in the barbecue sauce and pulse a few more times to incorporate.
- Spoon into a resealable jar and chill until ready to use.
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