This Gochujang Aioli will be your new go-to condiment. It’s so creamy with a warm pepper flavor and a kick of spice, plus a bit of umami. Keep it on hand in the fridge for sandwiches, salad dressings, and marinades.
We love an aioli, it’s rich, creamy, and velvety plus it’s infused with garlic and lemon flavor that make it worthy of dipping or spreading onto pretty much anything. Plus, Gochujang is an ingredient we love to have on hand at all times. That’s why we decided to marry the two for a Gochujang Aioli that will truly be the new condiment you constantly reach for in the fridge.
If you’re unfamiliar with gochujang, it’s a Korean fermented chili paste that full of rich, tangy flavors plus a hint of spicy—it’s truly magical.
We created this gochujang mayonnaise with the home cook in mind, it’s easy to stir together in just one bowl and only has four ingredients (many of which you probably have on hand already!). Could you make mayonnaise from scratch? Of course, yes. But you can also buy a high-quality mayonnaise from the store that will work just fine, too.
This gochujang mayo is one of many sauces that we love to make on the regular. If you’re looking for more ways to explore using gochujang, try out Gochujang Caramel Corn, Turkey Gochujang Meatballs, and Gochujang Noodles.
What is an Aioli?
It’s a classic French sauce with homemade mayonnaise as the base. Homemade mayonnaise is made with egg yolks, Dijon mustard, a neutral oil, a hint of lemon juice, and garlic (of course!).
For this version we are incorporating gochujang paste which is a fermented Korean chili paste made from soybeans and rice. It has a funky flavor thanks to the fermentation process and is rich in flavor with a hit of spice!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- 4-Ingredient Condiment: No complicated ingredients or steps here. Just whisk everything up in a small bowl and it’s ready to eat!
- Twist on Regular Aioli: A standard aioli is a garlic infused mayonnaise. It’s creamy, luscious and rich. This version adds the unique rich fermented pepper flavor of gochujang.
- Perfect to Use on Many Recipes: Spread it on a sandwich, make into a salad dressing (would be great as a dressing for potato salad), turn into a simple sauce, or use as a marinade. This mayonnaise spread will turn any boring recipe into something delicious and interesting.
Ingredients
The best part is that the shopping list for this gochujang mayonnaise is small, only four ingredients! You probably already have a lot of them at home.
- Gochujang: A spicy fermented red chili pepper paste that also contains soybeans and rice. It has a rich and earthy flavor plus a kick of spice and a funky tang.
- Apple cider vinegar: Acid that adds brighten to the flavors in the creamy mayo.
- Mayonnaise: Creamy sauce base, it’s the foundation of any aioli sauce. You can make your own or make it easy by purchasing a high-quality brand at the store.
- Garlic cloves: Essential to a classic aioli recipe.
How to Make Gochujang Aioli
Two simple steps and one bowl is all it takes! A great condiment is just a couple minutes away.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the gochujang and vinegar until smooth.
- Add mayonnaise and garlic.
- Whisk to combine then season to taste with salt and pepper.
Pro Tips
- Choose a high-quality mayonnaise. If you’re using store-bought mayonnaise be sure it’s high quality. We like Duke’s, Hellman’s or Sir Kensington.
- Grate the garlic on a microplane. This ensures it’s finely grated so there aren’t any lumps of garlic in the sauce. It also helps the flavor infuse the sauce better since it’s finely grated.
Storage Instructions
For the fridge, store this gochujang mayo in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks. When it comes to freezing, we would avoid it since it would likely impact the texture of the sauce once thawed.
Using Gochujang Mayo
The options of how to use this condiment are truly endless. Here are some ways we like to use it:
Use it on noodles, our Gochujang Noodles are rich and full of robust flavor with a nice kick of spice too. Additionally, Gochujang Chicken with Broccolini is perfect for using this sauce for dipping or as a drizzle on top of the veggies. You could even use it to marinate the chicken before cooking.
Our Korean Meatballs highlights gochujang as a glaze, but you could also serve the aioli on the side to serve.
Lastly, this sauce would also be delicious for dipping french fries or even polenta fries. Try it out on some delicious oven fried chicken or chicken cutlets too, you won’t regret it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Simple ingredients, gochujang paste, mayonnaise, garlic, and apple cider vinegar.
It’s a Korean paste made of fermented red chilies, soybeans, and rice with a pinch of salt.
Yes! By itself it has a nice amount of heat which is why a little goes a long way in a recipe.
Yes, simply swap the mayo for a vegan mayo and check the label to ensure your gochujang is vegan.
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Gochujang Aioli
Description
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons gochujang
- 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 small garlic cloves, grated
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the gochujang and vinegar until smooth.
- Add mayonnaise and garlic and whisk to combine. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Notes
- Make the gochujang from scratch. We have an easy recipe for the home cook to make it right at home if you desire!
- Choose a high-quality mayonnaise. If you are using store-bought mayonnaise be sure it’s high quality. We like Duke’s, Hellman’s or Sir Kensington.
- Grate the garlic on a microplane. This ensures it’s finely minced so there aren’t any lumps of garlic in the sauce. It also helps the flavor infuse the sauce better since it’s finely chopped.
