Saffron-Aioli Toasts

Published March 2, 1996

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15 minutes
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Ingredients

Yield:4 servings
  • 1 clove garlic, crushed

  • 1 pinch powdered saffron

  • Large pinch salt

  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

  • ⅓ cup mayonnaise, preferably homemade

  • 4 slices country bread

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Nutritional analysis per serving (4 servings)

14 grams carbs; 8 milligrams cholesterol; 215 calories; 4 grams monosaturated fat; 9 grams polyunsaturated fat; 2 grams saturated fat; 16 grams fat; 1 gram fiber; 248 milligrams sodium; 3 grams protein; 2 grams sugar

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    In a mortar work the garlic, saffron and salt to a paste. Stir in the lemon juice. Gradually stir this mixture into the mayonnaise, beating until smooth.

  2. Step 2

    Grill or toast the bread. Spread half of each slice with the mayonnaise mixture and serve alongside the mussels or cod.

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I used a jar of olive oil aioli Mayo with garlic in it instead of making it from scratch, but still added another clove of garlic. I put in extra saffron and lemon and out the spread on the sliced baguette and THEN toasted them. Absolutely lovely. Nice as a crouton too.

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