Description
A simple and flavorful bread dipping oil made with extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, fresh herbs, and a touch of garlic and red pepper flakes. Perfect for serving alongside fresh bread as an appetizer or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
Flavorings
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Collect all the ingredients you will need for the bread dipping oil including extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, fresh herbs, red pepper flakes, and salt.
- Combine Base Ingredients: Pour the olive oil and balsamic vinegar into a mixing bowl, which will be the base of your dipping oil.
- Add Flavorings: Add the minced garlic, fresh rosemary, basil, red pepper flakes, and salt to the mixing bowl with the oil and vinegar.
- Mix and Infuse: Stir everything together well to combine the flavors, then let the mixture sit at room temperature for 15 to 30 minutes to allow the oil and vinegar to infuse with the herbs and spices.
- Serve: Pour the dipping oil into a serving dish and enjoy immediately with fresh crusty bread.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes according to your preferred spice level.
- Letting the oil sit longer will intensify the flavors.
- Use fresh herbs for the best taste; dried herbs can be substituted but use less quantity.
- You can add other herbs like thyme or oregano for variation.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
