How To Make Herb Oil
There is no better way to use the herbs that are starting to wilt in your fridge and save them the trip to the compost bin. How to make herb oil you ask? Chop them up – stalks and all – and give them a spin in the food processor with some good quality olive oil. Using this method you can have something truly decadent on the spur of the moment. Instantly infused herb oil is so simple to make, yet it feels quite luxurious. It is a great finishing touch if you drizzle it over meat or fish, but feel free to use it any way you like. Give an herby punch using it as a dressing in salads, spread it on bread, or even cook pasta dishes with it instead of pesto. You can give it your own spin – let your creativity run wild.
INGREDIENTS
1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup chives
1/4 cup fresh oregano
1/2 cup basil
Splash of lemon juice
Salt
INSTRUCTIONS
Step 1
First, gather your herbs and roughly chop them. Place them in the food processor and pulse until everything is combined and finely chopped.
Step 2
Then, add the olive oil and blend until the herbs are incorporated in the oil and the mixture feels emulsified.
Step 3
Pour the herb oil in a jar and add a splash of lemon juice. Salt to taste, stir well and keep in the refrigerator until use.
How To Make Herb Oil
Equipment
- Food processor
Materials
- 1/3 cup olive oil extra virgin
- 1/4 cup chives
- 1/4 cup fresh oregano
- 1/2 cup basil
- Lemon juice splash
- Salt
Instructions
- Gather your herbs and roughly chop them. Place them in the food processor and pulse until everything is combined and finely chopped.
- Add the olive oil and blend until the herbs are incorporated in the oil and the mixture feels emulsified.
- Pour the herb oil in a jar and add a splash of lemon juice. Salt to taste, stir well and keep in the refrigerator until use.
