Description
A simple and flavorful basil oil recipe perfect for drizzling over dishes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves
- 1 cup olive oil
- 1 clove garlic (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Wash and dry the basil leaves thoroughly.
- Blend basil, olive oil, garlic (if using), and salt until smooth.
- Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth.
- Store in a clean, airtight container for up to a week.
Notes
- Use fresh basil for the best flavor.
- Adjust garlic to taste.
- Store in the refrigerator to extend shelf life.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: basil oil, herb oil, homemade condiment