In the Kitchen · Appetizer · 10 Min
Spicy Aioli
Board
A creamy, spicy dip with golden empanadas, sliced avocado, and pickled jalapeños — made for sharing.
Time
10 min
Serves
4
Best With
Beef or Chicken
Empanadas
Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients
- For the aioli:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 garlic clove, finely grated
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1–2 tsp hot sauce
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- Pinch of salt
- For the board:
- Hot empanadas
- Sliced avocado
- Pickled jalapeños
- Fresh cilantro
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- In a small bowl, stir together mayonnaise, garlic, lime juice, hot sauce, smoked paprika, and salt.
- Warm the empanadas until golden and crisp.
- Spoon the aioli into a small bowl and place it on a serving board.
- Arrange empanadas around the aioli with avocado, pickled jalapeños, cilantro, and lime wedges.
- Serve warm and dip generously.
Serve as a quick appetizer board when you want something creamy, spicy, and easy to share.
Pairs Perfectly With
Beef Picadillo Mini Empanadas
Creamy heat and savory beef make this board feel snackable, bold, and fun.
Also Great With
Chicken Chili Verde Empanadas
The tangy green chili filling pairs beautifully with a creamy spiced aioli.