aioli
noun/eɪˈoʊli/
Frequency rank: #19,475 most common English word
Meaning
A thick garlic-flavored mayonnaise originating from southern France and Catalonia, made with garlic, olive oil, and egg yolk.
Example sentence
The grilled vegetables tasted even better when served with aioli on the side.
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