PCOS Friendly Classic Aioli
Rich, garlicky, and impossibly creamy, this homemade aioli is the kind of condiment that makes everything it touches taste better. It's built on a short list of whole, minimally processed ingredients — garlic, egg yolks, lemon juice, and extra-virgin olive oil — which is exactly what makes it such a smart choice for anyone managing hormone health through diet. Olive oil is a cornerstone healthy fat that supports balanced blood sugar and inflammation levels, both of which matter when you're navigating PCOS. Store-bought versions often sneak in refined seed oils and additives that can work against those goals, so making it from scratch puts you fully in control. The technique here is all about patience: adding the oil drop by drop at first coaxes the emulsion into that thick, glossy texture without any shortcuts or stabilizers. A little fresh lemon juice brightens the whole thing and balances the deep savoriness of the garlic paste. Spread it on roasted vegetables, use it as a dip, or dollop it over grilled protein — it's endlessly versatile and genuinely satisfying.
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6 servings
- 3 cloves garlic
- ¼ tsp kosher salt, plus more to taste
- 2 pasteurized egg yolks
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp cold water
- ¾ cup extra-virgin olive oil
Instructions
- 1
Using a mortar and pestle (or the flat of a knife on a cutting board), pound or mince the garlic with the 1/4 tsp kosher salt until it forms a smooth, sticky paste with no visible chunks remaining.
- 2
Transfer the garlic paste to a medium bowl. Add the pasteurized egg yolks, lemon juice, and cold water, and whisk together until the mixture is uniform and slightly pale, about 30 seconds.
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