Limoncello Oil Recipe

Elevate your seafood dishes with this vibrant Limoncello-Infused Olive Oil! Perfect for drizzling over grilled lobster, shrimp, or fish, this fragrant oil adds a burst of bright citrus and herbaceous notes. Easily made with store-bought limoncello or your homemade version (recipe #167289). The beautiful golden hue makes it a stunning gift, too! Ready in just 1 hour (plus a quick 10 minutes of prep).

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 228.8 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Limoncello Oil

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How to Make Limoncello Oil

  1. Tie a sprig of fresh marjoram tightly at the stem end with kitchen twine. Set aside.
  2. In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup extra virgin olive oil, 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, and the zest of 1 lemon. Heat over medium heat until almost boiling.
  3. Remove from heat and immediately pour the oil mixture into a heat-safe bowl.
  4. Add the tied marjoram sprig and 1/4 cup limoncello to the bowl. Cover and let steep for 1 hour, allowing the flavors to infuse.
  5. Strain the oil mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a clean jar or bottle, discarding the marjoram. (For gifting: Add a fresh marjoram sprig to each jar before adding the infused oil.)
  6. Seal tightly and store in a cool, dark place. Use immediately or save for later.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

17g

Carbs

0g