Sriracha Aioli

This sriracha aioli is creamy, bold, and packed with just the right amount of heat. With a smooth mayo base, fresh garlic, and spicy sriracha, it’s the kind of sauce that instantly upgrades everything from sandwiches and burgers to fries and roasted vegetables.

It comes together in minutes with simple ingredients and no cooking required, making it an easy go-to condiment to keep on hand when you want big flavor with minimal effort.

Ingredients You’ll Need

A short list of ingredients is all it takes to create this rich, spicy sauce.

• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
• 1 clove garlic, finely minced or grated
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Salt, to taste

How to Make Sriracha Aioli

1. Add the mayonnaise, sriracha, minced garlic, and lemon juice to a small bowl.
2. Stir until smooth and fully combined.
3. Taste and season with salt as needed.
4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Tips, Variations & Storage

• Adjust the amount of sriracha to control the heat level.
• Use freshly grated garlic for the best flavor and smooth texture.
• Add a splash of water to thin the sauce if needed.
• Try mixing in a little honey for a sweet-spicy variation.
• Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this the same as traditional aioli?
Traditional aioli is made with garlic and oil, while this version uses mayonnaise for convenience and consistency.

Can I make this dairy-free?
Yes, simply use a dairy-free mayonnaise alternative.

What can I serve sriracha aioli with?
It pairs well with fries, burgers, wraps, grilled vegetables, seafood, and sandwiches.

Does it get spicier over time?
The flavor deepens as it rests, but the heat level stays mostly the same.

Sriracha Aioli

A creamy and spicy aioli made with just a few simple ingredients — perfect as a dip or spread for burgers, fries, wraps, and more!

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Prep Time3 minutes mins

Total Time3 minutes mins

Servings:4 servings

Calories:192

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• ½ cup mayonnaise whole‑egg mayo preferred
• 1 to 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce adjust for spice level
• ½ small garlic clove grated
• 2 teaspoons lemon juice approximately ¼ lemon

Method

 

1. In a small bowl or mason jar, combine the mayonnaise, lemon juice, and sriracha.
2. Grate the garlic clove using a microplane grater and add to the bowl.
3. Whisk all ingredients together until smooth and evenly combined.
4. Taste and adjust the spice level by adding more sriracha if desired.

Notes

Store leftover sriracha aioli in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. This sauce pairs wonderfully with burgers, fries, wraps, roasted vegetables, and even halloumi fries. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}