Saffron Alioli

Total Time: 10 mins Preparation Time: 10 mins

Ingredients

• 1 pinch saffron thread (about 8 crumbled)
• 1/2 teaspoon hot water
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1 garlic clove, chopped
• 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice (or more to taste)
• 1/4 teaspoon tomato paste
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Recipe

• 1 put saffron threads in a small cup, then add hot water and let stand 5 minutes.
• 2 purée saffron mixture with remaining ingredients in a mini food processor or a blender until smooth.
• 3 taste and adjust seasoning- you may even add a dash of hot sauce if desired!