The Best Horseradish Aioli Sauce Recipe (easy + creamy)

This is the best horseradish aioli recipe! This sauce is so easy to make and comes together in just a few minutes. Made with pantry staples like mayonnaise, lemon juice, horseradish and dijon mustard the sweet tangy flavour of this aioli makes it the perfect dip or sauce.

What is horseradish?

Horseradish is a root vegetable that looks similar to ginger when it is whole. It has a unique, strong flavour this is a little tangy and a little spicy. To eat horseradish it needs to be grated or shredded. You can also buy prepared horseradish which is grated horseradish in a jar with vinegar.

Why you will love this recipe:

• It has the best taste! This homemade aioli is so good! A little sweet, a little tangy and full of flavour. 
• Even though it's made from scratch it is so quick and easy to make and is ready in just a few minutes.
• This creamy horseradish sauce can be used in so many ways - as the perfect dipping sauce, as a dressing, marinade or topping for red meats. 
• This creamy aioli is made with pantry staple ingredients like mayonnaise, lemon juice, mustard and maple syrup. 
• This mayo alioli is dairy free, gluten free, refined sugar free, paleo and can easily be made vegan too.
• This simple recipe is made without greek yogurt, sour cream, whipped cream or heavy cream so it is lactose free and dairy free.

If you love aioli recipes you will also like sriracha aioli and mustard aioli.

Taste and texture:

This delicious horseradish aioli sauce is so smooth and creamy. It has a flavour that is a little sweet and a little tangy with hints of horseradish. It is not spicy or overpowering and the horseradish flavour isn't too strong. 

Key ingredients and substitutions:

These ingredients are easily found in your local grocery store. For the exact measurements refer to the recipe card at the bottom of this post. 

• Mayonnaise - mayonnaise is the key to any great aioli. You can use any type of store bought mayo that you prefer or use homemade mayonnaise. If you are vegan use a vegan mayonnaise.
• Horseradish - horseradish gives this horseradish dip such a unique flavour. Either grated fresh horseradish root or jarred horseradish works for this recipe. If you are using jarred horseradish be sure to drain off any excess liquid prior to using it to make this sauce.
• Dijon mustard - to add even more delicious flavour to this horseradish cream sauce.
• Maple syrup - adding a little pure maple syrup adds the perfect amount of sweetness to this delicious sauce that contrasts perfectly with the tangy horseradish.
• Lemon juice - fresh lemon juice helps add even more flavour to this dip and helps make it even more smooth and creamy. I do recommend using fresh lemon juice rather than bottled lemon juice for the best flavour. Instead of lemon juice you could use apple cider vinegar.
• Spices - simple spices including salt, pepper, onion power and garlic powder help add even more flavour to this aioli recipe.

How to make:

Step one:

First, place all the ingredients into a small bowl or jar. 

Step two:

Now stir everything well until you have a smooth sauce. Then serve and enjoy!

Tips and variations:

• Instead of lemon juice you can use apple cider vinegar to make this horseradish sauce.
• If you like a sweeter aioli add an extra 1-2 tablespoons of maple syrup.
• If you want an ever stronger horseradish flavour with an intense kick of flavor add an extra tablespoon of horseradish. 
• If you prefer a milder horseradish sauce use jarred horseradish rather than fresh horseradish as fresh has a stronger flavour.
• If you are serving a crowd or want leftovers for meal prep feel free to double or triple this recipe.
• To make this aioli vegan use a vegan mayonnaise.
• To turn this into garlic horseradish aioli add 1-2 cloves crushed fresh garlic.

How to serve:

You can use this horseradish mayonnaise in so many ways! It can be used as a wonderful dip for raw vegetables, French fries, sweet potato fries, potato wedges, chicken fingers, fish sticks, onion rings, chips or crackers or as a spread or sauce for sandwiches like roast beef sandwiches, panini's or burgers.

It also makes a great salad dressing and can also be used as a marinade or the perfect sauce for fish or meat dishes such as beef, steak, beef tenderloin, prime rib, corned beef, roast beef or chicken.

You could even use this creamy horseradish aioli to top sushi to give it an extra punch of flavor or as the perfect topping for roasted vegetables such as Brussels sprouts or artichoke hearts.

How to store:

Store this aioli in an airtight container or jar in the fridge for up to 14 days. 

I don't recommend trying to freeze this aioli.

Frequently asked questions:

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• Homemade buffalo sauce
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• Sriracha mayo

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