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Scallion Aioli

Updated: Oct 4, 2024 · Published: Jan 16, 2021 by Nicole B. · Leave a Comment

5 from 2 votes
Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
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This scallion aioli is super simple to make and full of flavor at the same time. Rather than adding fresh scallions, I decided to fry them to give the sauce an intense, charred onion flavor. Smoked hot paprika adds a little bit of heat and a smoky flavor that goes well with the fried scallions.

Scallion aioli with a spoon in a glass bowl.

Recipe ingredients and notes:

  • Scallions are the same as green onions. You need only the green tops for this recipe.
  • You can use vegetable oil (including avocado oil) or a mild olive oil for this recipe.
Scallions, smoked paprika, garlic, lemon, mayonnaise and oil.

How to make it:

See full ingredient amounts and instructions in the recipe card below!

Chopped scallion greens on a cutting board.
  1. Slice and chop scallion greens.
Charred scallions in a cast iron skillet.
  1. Heat oil in a non-stick or cast iron pan and fry chopped scallion greens. Let cool a bit.
Aioli ingredients in a bowl.
  1. Add mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic and paprika to a bowl.
Scallion aioli being whisked in a bowl.
  1. Add fried scallions and whisk until smooth.

How to use it:

This aioli makes an excellent meatball dipping sauce and is also great with grilled shrimp. You can also spread it on sandwiches and chicken or beef burgers. Or use it as a dip for French fries or potato chips!

Full Recipe

Scallion aioli with a spoon in a glass bowl.
Author: The Spice Train

Scallion Aioli

5 from 2 votes
Use this smoky scallion aioli as a dip for grilled shrimp or spread it on a sandwich or burger.
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Prep Time: 3 minutes mins
Cook Time: 2 minutes mins
Total Time: 5 minutes mins
Servings: 4
Course: Condiments and Sauces
Cuisine: American
Calories: 132
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients:
  

  • 4 scallions
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil or avocado oil*
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 large garlic clove, minced or pressed through a garlic press
  • ¼ teaspoon smoked hot paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon lemon juice

Equipment:

  • knife and cutting board
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • cast iron or non-stick pan
  • wooden spoon
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
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Method:
 

  1. Slice and chop the green parts of the scallions (keep the white parts for another use).
    4 scallions
  2. Heat oil in a cast iron or non-stick pan until shimmering.
    1 teaspoon olive oil or avocado oil*
  3. Fry the scallions on high heat until starting to brown (about 2 minutes). Let cool.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, garlic, paprika and lemon juice.
    ½ cup mayonnaise, 1 large garlic clove, minced or pressed through a garlic press, ¼ teaspoon smoked hot paprika, ¼ teaspoon lemon juice
  5. Stir the scallions into the aioli.

Recipe notes:

*You can use vegetable oil (including avocado oil) or a mild olive oil.
Storage: This aioli tastes best fresh but you can keep it in the fridge for up to one day in an airtight container.
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Nutrition (estimate only):

Calories: 132kcalCarbohydrates: 8.7gProtein: 0.7gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 1.6gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 212mgPotassium: 54mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 2.3gCalcium: 18mg

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