How to Make Infused Olive Oil
Infused olive oil is a great way to add some extra flavor to your food. Learn How to Make Your Own Infused Olive Oil!
If you’re like me, you love cooking with infused olive oil. It’s a great way to add flavor to your dishes without using a lot of salt. Plus, it’s really easy to make your own infused oil at home. All you need is some olive oil and some herbs or spices. In this blog post, I’ll show you how to make your own infused olive oil, and I’ll share a recipe that you can use it in. So read on to learn more!
Infusing olive oil with fresh herbs is a simple way to add flavor to your cooking. There are a few different methods you can use, but the basic principle is the same: you submerge fresh herbs in olive oil and allow them to infuse for a period of time. The longer the herbs infuse, the more flavor they will impart to the oil.
Which Herbs Are Best for Drying?
To dry herbs, simply hang them in an area where they will be exposed to the air. Let your herbstuffs rest overnight so that any moisture can evaporate and leave behind only their flavor!
When infused olive oil is used in cooking, the flavors of the herbs are released, adding a new dimension to your dish. Rosemary, sage, and thyme are all classic herbs that pair well with olive oil, but you can really use any herb you like. Experiment with different combinations to find your favorite!
Drying your herbs doesn’t need to be complicated. Here I just used some twine and hung my herbs off the porch railing.
Steps to Infusing Oil
- First, start with a high quality olive oil. Extra virgin olive oil will have the best flavor, but any good quality olive oil will work.
- Next, choose your herbs. Fresh is always best, but you can also use dried herbs if necessary.
- Once you’ve selected your herbs, gently crush or chop them to release their flavor.
- Then, add the herbs to a clean glass jar and pour in the olive oil, making sure to completely cover the herbs.
- Finally, seal the jar tightly and allow it to infuse for at least 24 hours before using.
A few helpful tips:
- Best to not wash herbs, unless necessary. Allow to dry thoroughly, if wet.
- Bruise herbs with a rolling pin
- Sterilize Glass Jars Prior to filling
- Heat Oil on Low Heat
- Use Oil within 2 months
- A few helpful tips:
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- Best to not wash herbs, unless necessary. Allow to dry thoroughly, if wet.
- Bruise herbs with a rolling pin
- Sterilize Glass Jars Prior to filling
- Heat Oil on Low Heat
- Use Oil within 2 months
What You will Need to Infuse Olive Oil
Infusing vinegar is another possibility. Since I had so many fresh lemons in the house, I decided to infuse the lemons with peppercorns for my vinegar.
If you’re anything like me you love lemons! My family uses fresh lemons to make limoncello every year.
And that’s it! infused olive oil is easy to make at home and adds a delicious touch to any dish.
My love of olive oil doesn’t stop with infusing olive oil for cooking. Did you know I have a skincare line of olive oil products, including a hand, face, and body cream made with just 4 natural ingredients? You may read more here.
Simple Late Summer Meal
One of my favorites is garlic-infused olive oil. Try adding garlic olive oil to angel hair pasta with freshly grated cheese and San Marzano cherry tomatoes. It’s so simple and perfect for a fall dinner along with a Caprese salad.
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The infused oil can be used in all sorts of dishes, from salads to pasta to desserts. It adds a flavorful boost that you can’t get from plain old olive oil. So why not give it a try?
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What a fabulous idea and post Susan. I am sure the oils are delicious.
I will have to get David to try this.
thank you Wendy! They make great gifts as well. Susan
Great post, Susan! Your instructions are so clear. I definitely want to try this! Missy
thank you Missy. A fun idea for gifting as well. Add a tag and good to go! Susan
I love this idea. It would make such great hostess gifts or holiday gifts.
yes it sure would Renae! I gifted several already. Tie a pretty bow and label to add some whimsy! Susan
What a fantastic way to use herbs all year, Susan. I’ve always wanted to know how to do this! Thanks so much for your easy-to-follow instructions. I can’t wait to make some for our home and to gift as well. Hope your week is a special one, CoCo
thank you! They make great gifts any time of year. Enjoy!