Description
A simple and flavorful basil olive oil that enhances your dishes with a fresh herbal touch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 cup extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Wash and dry the basil leaves thoroughly.
- Place the basil leaves in a clean glass jar.
- Pour the olive oil over the basil leaves, ensuring they are fully submerged.
- Seal the jar and let it infuse for at least 24 hours at room temperature.
- Strain the oil into a clean bottle, discarding the basil leaves.
- Store in a cool, dark place for up to two weeks.
Notes
- Use fresh basil for the best flavor.
- Store in a dark bottle to preserve the oil’s quality.
- Shake gently before use if separation occurs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Infusion
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: basil olive oil, homemade, herb-infused oil