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This horseradish aioli adds a creamy, zesty kick to everything from sandwiches to roasted veggies. It’s a versatile spread that can be whipped up in minutes.

For a next-level flavor boost, try using freshly grated horseradish root. This aioli keeps well in the fridge, making it easy to add a pop to your recipes!

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This easy horseradish aioli brings a creamy, punchy bite that kicks up the flavor of everything from prime rib roast and a juicy venison burger to veggies. But it’s also the perfect sauce for fries and sandwiches. It’s fast and simple to make and it will jazz up all your dinners!

Here is Why This Horseradish Aioli Recipe Works

Bold Flavor: Not your average mayo. Horseradish brings serious zing to the party!

Quick & Easy: Just whisk everything together, and you’re done. No fancy steps here!

Versatile Kick: This aioli recipe is perfect on sandwiches, grilled meats, or even as a veggie dip. Basically, it’s good on everything.

Lasts All Week: Make it once and enjoy a week of effortless recipe upgrades!

The Ingredients

A handful of simple ingredients like herbs, lemon juice and garlic enhances the flavor of the horseradish. The mayonnaise in the aioli tames down its bite. You can use freshly-grated horseradish root if desired, but store prepared horseradish works just fine, too. 

  • Condiments: Mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, bottled horseradish (or freshly grated horseradish)
  • Produce: Garlic cloves, lemon, thyme leaves
  • Pantry Seasonings: Salt, pepper

Note: If you don’t have lemon juice, you can substitute it with vinegar, but fresh lemon will give the horseradish sauce a more vibrant taste.

I personally prefer using fresh horseradish over prepared horseradish, but the fresh stuff isn’t always available.

Ingredients used to make a quick horseradish aioli.

Tips for Success

  • If you can, use fresh garlic, lemon juice, and thyme for the brightest flavor.
  • For a bolder kick, add extra horseradish or try freshly grated horseradish root. Taste as you go!
  • Allow the aioli to sit for at least 30 minutes before serving; this gives the flavors time to meld.
  • White pepper is preferred over black pepper since it won’t leave dark specks in the sauce, but black pepper works just fine.
  • Mayo is an easy shortcut to making aioli. Use regular mayo or vegan mayo if desired.
  • Serve this sauce with our garlic butter steak bites!

How to Make Horseradish Aioli

Making your own creamy horseradish aioli couldn’t be any easier to do! (Interested in more aioli recipes? Try out our Black Garlic Aioli or Chipotle Aioli)!

Blending ingredients for horseradish aioli in a food processor.
  1. ​Place all of the ingredients into the bowl of a mini food processor. Blend until smooth. 
Freshly mixed aioli sauce in a food processor.
  1. Taste and adjust the seasonings.

Horseradish Sauce Variations 

Roasted Garlic Horseradish Aioli: Replace the raw garlic with 2 tablespoons of roasted garlic for a mellower sauce. Add ½ teaspoon of chopped fresh rosemary and extra lemon juice.

Sriracha Horseradish Sauce: Stir in 1 tablespoon of sriracha sauce and an extra teaspoon of Dijon mustard.

Wasabi Horseradish Aioli: Stir in 1 to 3 teasoons of wasabi paste. Be careful here because some brands of wasabi can be seriously eye watering. Taste the sauce and adjust as you go.

If you like horseradish, check out our mashed potatoes with horseradish.

A jar of garlic horseradish aioli sauce with a small dish of sauce in the foreground.

Storing Homemade Aioli

Fridge: To store this homemade horseradish aioli, transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to one week. 

Freezing: While freezing is possible, it will change the texture slightly as mayonnaise-based sauces can separate when thawed. If you choose to freeze, place the aioli in a freezer-safe container and store it for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator.

Quick and Easy Horseradish Aioli

This horseradish aioli is a quick way to bring serious flavor to the table. With its creamy texture and bold kick, it’s perfect for adding that something extra to sandwiches, grilled meats, or even roasted veggies.

Plus, it’s super fast to make and stores well, so you can keep a jar on hand for whenever your meals needs a little boost.

Dipping a steak bite in aioli sauce.

More Sauce and Dip Recipes

If you are looking for more dip and sauce recipes to take your meal to the next level, we have a large selection. Making your own condiments from scratch is easy and gives you all the control over the ingredients.

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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
4.58 from 28 votes

Fresh Horseradish Aioli Sauce

A classic aioli sauce flavored with horseradish that pairs perfectly with beef, dips, sandwiches, steamed and roasted vegetables. We love it with prime rib, steak and potatoes.

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Servings: 1 cup
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Ingredients 

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 3-4 tablespoons prepared horseradish or, freshly grated horseradish
  • 3 medium garlic cloves, grated of minced
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
  • Salt and white pepper to taste.

Instructions 

  • Place the ingredients into a dish and whisk until well combined.  
  • Transfer the aioli to a jar or dish. Let sit for at least 30 minutes before using. 
  • Refrigerate in a container with a tight fitting lid for up to one week.

Notes

  • For an exceptional flavor substitute fresh horseradish root for the bottled prepared horseradish. Peel and grated a 2-inch piece of fresh horseradish root and whisk into the aioli.
  • For an extra kick, add more horseradish or use freshly grated horseradish root. Just be sure to taste as you go!
  • Let the aioli rest for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.
  • White pepper is ideal for a smooth look without dark specks, but black pepper works just as well if that’s what you have.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoon, Calories: 80kcal, Protein: 0.03g, Fat: 9.6g, Saturated Fat: 1.1g, Cholesterol: 12.7mg, Sodium: 27mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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About Pat Nyswonger

Pat is a wife, mom of four adult children, and grandmother to seventeen beautiful children. She is a self-taught home cook and loves creating delicious meals for her family and friends. Her kitchen is the hub of activity in her home, and she loves to entertain.

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6 Comments

  1. Jennifer Egan says:

    Having trouble finding fresh horseradish root at my local store… if I were to use the prepared stuff – what do you think would be a good equivalent to try to start with – and then go from taste? I am guessing the prepared stuff is stronger than the fresh?

    1. Pat Nyswonger says:

      Hi, Jennifer….You could also try an Asian market if there is one near you as they often stock fresh horseradish. I have not made this aioli with a bottled horseradish but if I had to substitute it for the fresh I would try to find a pure ground horseradish and not a creamed variety with additives. Good luck, i hope it works for you and I would love to hear back of the results. I’m sure it will still be delicious! Thanks for contacting us with your questions…

  2. Michelle says:

    Is this sauce spicy?

    1. Dahn Boquist says:

      It is a mild sauce. The horseradish isn’t too overpowering in the sauce so it goes well with a lot of things. You can make it more spicy by increasing the amount of horseradish if you want.

  3. John/Kitchen Riffs says:

    Although I really like the flavor of horseradish, it’s not something I use all that often. So I admit, I rarely buy the root. And instead buy the prepared stuff in those jars. Good, but not as good as making your own. This looks perfect — thanks.

    1. Pat says:

      Hi, John…..I agree that horseradish isn’t something that makes it to our table everyday but when you want a little for a special beef dinner this aioli sauce is perfect and the taste is awesome! Thanks for your comments 🙂