Kriol Sofrito Aioli

Name: Kriol Sofrito Aioli
Yield: 10
Ingredients: 2.6cups Hellmann’s Real or Extra Heavy Mayonnaise; 0.5cup roasted sweet peppers; 0.5cup white/Spanish onion; 8.0piece Garlic cloves; 2.0Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO)

Inspired by Cabo Verde’s Kriol tempero traditions, this aioli is smoky, softly sweet, and deeply savory. It brings warm, homestyle depth that pairs beautifully with seafood and comforting bites.

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Prepare the Kriol Sofrito Aioli

Hellmann’s Real or Extra Heavy Mayonnaise 2.6 cups
roasted sweet peppers 0.5 cup
white/Spanish onion 0.5 cup
Garlic cloves 8.0 piece
Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) 2.0 Tbsp

Roasted sweet peppers

Wheat Free

Gluten free

Vegetarian

Summer

Sauces & Dips

Nut Free

Dairy Free

Lactose Free

Side

Cabo Verde

Africa

Inspired by Cabo Verde’s Kriol tempero traditions, this aioli is smoky, softly sweet, and deeply savory. It brings warm, homestyle depth that pairs beautifully with seafood and comforting bites.

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Preparation

Prepare the Kriol Sofrito Aioli
1. Toss the onion and garlic with EVOO and roast at 450°F / 230°C until soft and nicely charred (not burnt), then cool slightly.
2. Blend the roasted onion-garlic, roasted sweet peppers, and mayonnaise until completely smooth.
3. Taste and adjust with a touch more mayo or peppers if needed.
4. Cover and refrigerate at least 30 minutes before serving.
5. TIP:- Taste and adjust with a touch more mayo or peppers if needed.
Serving suggestions
1. Grilled or fried seafood
2. Fishcakes / croquettes
3. Calamari or shrimp bites
4. Chicken skewers or grilled chicken
5. Fries or yuca fries
6. Roasted vegetables
7. Bread or flatbread dips