Flavoured oil

This is one project that only takes minutes to make. The result is so convenient to add something extra to whatever it is you're cooking.

I tried this the first time about two years ago. Nigella Lawson always goes on about using garlic flavoured oil on her shows. And making it yourself really isn't a big deal.

Once you get started the possibilities are endless. It's just a question of experimenting to find out what suits your taste best.

250 ml extra virgin olive oil
4 cloves of garlic, roughly chopped
To finish;
Woody herbs of your choice (basil, parsley and such will spoil too quickly)
Maybe a chili?


Add the garlic to the oil and leave to infuse for ca. 48 hours. Shake it once or twice.

Filter out the garlic pieces and fill the oil into a small handy bottle. Maybe add a couple of sprigs of fresh herbs or even a chili to the bottle. These will not only add a decorative element, but also start infusing their own aroma into the oil.