Description
Bread Dipping Oil brings Mediterranean charm right to your table, blending robust olive oil with aromatic herbs and spices. Guests will savor each crusty bread slice drenched in this quick, flavorful ensemble that sparks conversation and appetite.
Ingredients
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Primary Ingredients:
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
Herbs and Spices:
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pour ½ cup extra virgin olive oil and 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar into a small mixing bowl, whisking them together until they create a smooth base for your dipping oil.
- Finely mince 2 fresh garlic cloves and sprinkle them into the olive oil mixture, ensuring they are evenly distributed for maximum flavor infusion.
- Add 1 teaspoon dried oregano and 1 teaspoon dried basil to the bowl, gently stirring to incorporate the herbs and release their aromatic essence.
- Shake in ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes to give your dipping oil a subtle kick of heat that will dance on your taste buds.
- Carefully season the mixture with a pinch of salt and a dash of black pepper, tasting and adjusting until the flavors are perfectly balanced.
- Allow the dipping oil to rest at room temperature for 30 minutes, giving the ingredients time to mingle and develop a rich, complex flavor profile.
- Serve the oil alongside warm, crusty bread, inviting your guests to dip and savor each delicious bite.
Notes
- Choose a high-quality extra virgin olive oil for the best flavor and richness.
- Fresh herbs make a significant difference in the depth and brightness of the dipping oil.
- Adjust the red pepper flakes to control the level of heat according to your preference.
- Let the mixture rest at room temperature to allow the herbs and garlic to infuse the oil thoroughly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breads
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 239
- Sugar: 0.3 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 23 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0.4 g
- Protein: 0.2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg