Flavoured Aromatic Herb And Fruit Oil Recipe

Create your own gourmet infused olive oil! This recipe uses fresh herbs from your garden (or the market) to craft a delicious and aromatic oil perfect for cooking, baking, or gifting. Customize it with your favorite herbs, fruits, and spices – the possibilities are endless! Learn how to make this simple, yet elegant, oil that's sure to impress.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20175 mins
Calories 4550.8 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 5.0 (5 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Flavoured Aromatic Herb And Fruit Oil

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How to Make Flavoured Aromatic Herb And Fruit Oil

  1. Harvest your herbs. Gently wash and thoroughly dry if necessary.
  2. Prepare herb bundles: For each 1-pint jar, create a small bundle of herbs (approx. 1/4 cup total). Suggestions include thyme, bay leaf, tarragon, and rosemary.
  3. Prepare the fruit and spices: Zest 1/2 an orange and/or 1/2 a lemon. Add 1-2 small dried chilies (or to taste) and 1 teaspoon of black peppercorns.
  4. Layer the ingredients: In two clean, dry 1-pint jars or bottles, add the herb bundles, orange/lemon zest, chilies, and peppercorns.
  5. Fill with olive oil: Fill each jar completely with high-quality extra virgin olive oil, leaving about 1/2 inch of headspace.
  6. Seal and store: Seal jars tightly with corks or lids. Store in a cool, dark place for at least 2 weeks, shaking daily.
  7. Infuse further (optional): For a more intense flavor, leave to infuse for up to 4 weeks, shaking daily.
  8. Strain and bottle (optional): After infusing, strain the oil through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into clean bottles for a clearer, less-herbaceous result.
  9. Gift and enjoy: Use within 6 months. Decorate the bottles with raffia, ribbons, and fresh or dried herbs for a beautiful and thoughtful gift.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

355g

Carbs

0g

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