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Restaurant-Worthy Bread Dipping Oil

Elevate Your Meals with Restaurant-Worthy Bread Dipping Oil

This restaurant-worthy bread dipping oil combines fresh herbs and sun-dried tomatoes for a quick, flavorful appetizer.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dipping Oil
  • ⅔ cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil Opt for high-quality for a burst of flavor.
  • 3 tablespoons Kalamata Olives Chop finely for even distribution.
  • 2 tablespoons Sun-Dried Tomatoes Chop finely to blend seamlessly.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Basil Thinly slice to release its oils.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Rosemary Chop finely for better integration.
  • 1 tablespoon Capers Drain and roughly chop for texture.
  • ½ teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Adjust to your spice preference.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Chop or grate for optimal infusion.
  • ½ teaspoon Lemon Zest Zest about ½ lemon to get around 1 teaspoon.
  • ¼ cup Aged Balsamic Vinegar Red wine vinegar can be used as a substitute.
  • ½ teaspoon Kosher Salt Enhances the overall flavors perfectly.
  • to taste Freshly Cracked Black Pepper Adjust according to taste.
  • 1 loaf French Baguette or Artisan Bread Select a warm, crusty type to complement the oil.

Equipment

  • Stainless Steel Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Restaurant-Worthy Bread Dipping Oil
  1. In a stainless steel skillet, pour in ⅔ cup of extra virgin olive oil and place it over medium heat. Allow the oil to warm gently for about 2 minutes, watching for a slight shimmer on the surface.
  2. Once the oil is warm, stir in 3 tablespoons of finely chopped Kalamata olives and 2 tablespoons of sun-dried tomatoes. Add in 1 tablespoon each of thinly sliced basil, chopped rosemary, and chopped capers, along with ½ teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes. Cook for about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally until fragrant.
  3. Add 3 cloves of chopped garlic and ½ teaspoon of lemon zest. Swirl the pan gently for about 1 minute, allowing the garlic to cook until golden.
  4. Transfer the hot mixture into a serving bowl, then mix in ¼ cup of aged balsamic vinegar, ½ teaspoon of kosher salt, and freshly cracked black pepper to taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 1gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 130mgPotassium: 16mg

Notes

Serve warm for the best flavor. Store in a glass jar in the refrigerator for up to a week.

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