Bread Dipping Oil Recipe
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Bread Dipping Oil Recipe
Description
The Bread Dipping Oil Recipe combines dried herbs—basil, thyme, oregano, and rosemary—with good quality olive oil to infuse their flavors. Garlic, either fresh-minced or powdered, adds pungency and depth, complemented by a splash of lemon juice or balsamic vinegar that brightens the mixture. Parmesan cheese provides savory umami richness and a subtle salty element, balancing the herbs' freshness. Red pepper flakes contribute optional mild heat.
Prepared by mixing the ingredients and allowing the blend to meld, this oil yields a fragrant condiment perfect for serving alongside fresh, crusty bread as an appetizer or snack. The herbs and seasonings make the oil more complex than plain olive oil, enhancing the flavor of bread dips.
For best flavor, let the oil rest for an hour in the fridge before serving. Adjust salt cautiously, as Parmesan adds saltiness. The oil can be stored in an airtight container for several days, with a shorter shelf life when using fresh herbs or garlic.
Ingredients
- ½ tablespoon basil dried
- ½ teaspoon thyme dried
- ½ teaspoon oregano dried
- ¼ teaspoon rosemary dried
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- 1 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced or one teaspoon of garlic powder, fresh
- ½ teaspoon lemon juice or balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan Cheese shredded (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt*
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Place dried basil, thyme, oregano, rosemary, and red pepper flakes in a bowl. Pour in the olive oil. Give it a mix.
- Add in the garlic, lemon juice, and parmesan cheese. Stir to combine and serve with crusty bread on the side.
Notes
- Store the oil mixture up to 5 days in the fridge when using dried herbs, or up to 2 days if using fresh herbs and garlic.
- Taste before adding additional salt since Parmesan cheese contributes saltiness.
- Allow the mixture to rest in the fridge for about an hour to blend the flavors.
- The recipe yields about one cup of dipping oil, suitable for roughly six servings alongside bread.
- Fresh herbs can be used in place of dried; chop them finely and adjust quantities accordingly.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 329 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 329kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 36g | 55% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 26g | 130% |
| Cholesterol | 1mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 126mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 23mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.3g | 1% |
| Sugar | 0.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 47IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 35mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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