Garlic-Infused Aromatic Oil (Printable)
A simple garlic oil infusion offering rich aroma, perfect for enhancing breads, salads, and more.
# What You'll Need:
→ Base
01 - 1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
→ Aromatics
02 - 6 large garlic cloves, peeled and thinly sliced
# Directions:
01 - Place the olive oil and sliced garlic in a small saucepan.
02 - Heat over low, stirring occasionally, until garlic turns golden and fragrant, about 10 to 15 minutes. Avoid browning the garlic to prevent bitterness.
03 - Remove from heat and allow the oil to cool completely.
04 - Strain the oil through a fine mesh sieve into a sterilized jar or bottle. Discard or reserve the garlic slices for topping if desired.
05 - Refrigerate the infused oil and consume within one week to ensure safety.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- You'll have a golden, aromatic oil ready for everything from bread dipping to last-minute pasta rescue.
- It transforms the simplest dishes into something that tastes like you spent hours cooking.
- Once you taste homemade garlic oil, store-bought versions feel thin and forgettable.
02 -
- Never let the garlic brown—burned garlic tastes acrid and will ruin the entire batch, so err on the side of pulling it off heat too early.
- Refrigerating is not optional; garlic in oil at room temperature can harbor bacteria, so treat this like a perishable treasure and use it quickly.
03 -
- Save the strained golden garlic slices and use them as a topping for soups, salads, or bread—they're too delicious to discard.
- If your oil becomes cloudy or develops an off smell, throw it away immediately; trust your instincts over the clock.