Description
Elevate your cooking with this easy, 10-minute basil oil recipe! Infused with the fresh, herbal flavor of basil and garlic, this versatile oil can be drizzled over pasta, salads, vegetables, and more for an instant flavor boost.
Ingredients
– 1 cup fresh basil leaves
– 3 garlic cloves, peeled
– 1 cup high-quality olive oil
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
1. – In a mortar and pestle, gently crush the basil leaves and garlic until a coarse paste forms.
2. – Transfer the basil-garlic mixture to a small saucepan and add the olive oil. Heat over low heat, stirring occasionally, for 5-7 minutes, until fragrant.
3. – Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Strain the oil through a fine-mesh sieve, pressing on the solids to extract as much oil as possible.
4. – Transfer the strained basil oil to a clean jar or bottle. Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Notes
– Use the basil oil as a finishing drizzle over pasta, salads, roasted vegetables, and more.
– Experiment with different herbs or spices to create your own custom basil oil blends.
– The leftover basil-garlic solids can be used as a flavorful spread or stirred into dips and dressings.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 5
- Category: Main Courses
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian