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Kikkoman Vegan Spicy Soy-rano Aioli

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Yield

1 quart (4 cups)

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Prep Time

15 minutes

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Total Time

15 minutes

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About this recipe

Recipe created in partnership with Chef Evan Gonzalez.

This fresh, vegan spicy aioli blends the richness of Kikkoman® Soymilk with bright lime, fresh cilantro, garlic, and serrano chiles. Balanced with Kikkoman® Rice Vinegar and finished with umami depth, this plant-based aioli is perfect for tacos, sandwiches, vegetables, or as a vibrant dip. For application inspiration, see our Confit Duck Carnitas Tacos recipe.

ingredients

  • 2½ cups light neutral oil or avocado oil
  • 1 cup Kikkoman® Soymilk Unsweetened
  • 6 tablespoons Kikkoman® Rice Vinegar
  • 8 tablespoons fresh lime juice (½ cup)
  • 5–6 whole serrano chiles (seeded as needed to adjust heat)
  • 5 cloves garlic
  • 80 g onion (about ½ medium onion)
  • 80 g cilantro (tender stems and leaves)
  • 2 teaspoons nutritional yeast
  • 2½ to 4 teaspoons salt (to taste)

directions

  1. Begin by prepping the fresh ingredients. Roughly chop the serrano chiles (removing seeds if you prefer milder heat), peel the garlic, and chop the onion and cilantro.
  2. To emulsify the base, add the Kikkoman® Soymilk to a blender and blend on medium-high speed. With the blender running, slowly drizzle in 2½ cups of oil. Continue blending until the mixture becomes thick, creamy, and fully emulsified.
  3. Once the base is emulsified, add the Kikkoman® Rice Vinegar, lime juice, chopped chiles, garlic, onion, cilantro, nutritional yeast, and 2½ teaspoons of salt. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  4. Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt if needed (up to 4 teaspoons total). If the aioli is too thick, you can thin it by blending in a little more lime juice or water. If it’s too runny—especially if your produce was extra juicy—blend in a small amount of additional oil until it reaches the desired consistency.
  5. Transfer the aioli to a clean container. It’s ideal for drizzling over tacos, spreading on sandwiches, serving with roasted vegetables, or using as a zesty dip.

 

Storage Tips

Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Shake or stir before each use if separation occurs.

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