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Bread Dipping Oil

Irresistibly Flavorful Bread Dipping Oil in Just 10 Minutes

This quick and easy Bread Dipping Oil is a flavorful blend of herbs and olives—perfect for enhancing any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dip
  • 2/3 cup extra virgin olive oil Use high-quality oil for best results.
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives Finely chopped.
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes Finely chopped.
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil Can be replaced with dried basil if unavailable.
  • 1 tbsp fresh rosemary Finely chopped.
  • 1 tbsp capers Drained and roughly chopped.
  • 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes Substitute with Szechuan peppercorns for a different flavor.
  • 2 cloves garlic Finely chopped or grated.
  • 1 tsp lemon zest About 1 tsp needed.
  • 1 tbsp aged balsamic vinegar Can be replaced with red wine vinegar if necessary.
  • to taste kosher salt Adjust to taste.
  • to taste freshly cracked black pepper Based on preference.
  • 1 loaf French baguette or artisan bread Best when crusty and fresh.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Boldly Flavored Mediterranean Bread Dipping Oil
  1. In a large skillet, drizzle in ⅔ cup of high-quality extra virgin olive oil and place it over medium heat. Allow the oil to warm gently for about 2 minutes, swirling occasionally, until it shimmers but does not smoke.
  2. Once the oil is warm, add in the chopped Kalamata olives, sun-dried tomatoes, fresh basil, fresh rosemary, capers, and crushed red pepper flakes. Stir well and let sauté for about 2 minutes until the aromas are released.
  3. Add the finely chopped garlic and the zest of one lemon to the skillet. Gently swirl the pan to integrate the ingredients, cooking for an additional minute until the garlic is fragrant and softly golden.
  4. Transfer the warm mixture into a serving bowl and stir in about 1 tablespoon of aged balsamic vinegar, along with kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste.
  5. Serve the Boldly Flavored Mediterranean Bread Dipping Oil warm or at room temperature alongside crusty French baguette or artisan bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 1gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 120mgPotassium: 20mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week. Warm slightly before serving as olive oil solidifies when cold.

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