Homemade Basil Oil
Elevate your culinary creations with this simple and vibrant Homemade Basil Oil recipe, perfect for adding a fresh, aromatic touch to your dishes. Made with just three ingredients—fresh basil leaves, high-quality extra virgin olive oil, and a hint of salt—this infused oil captures the essence of summer in every drop. The quick blanching technique preserves the basil's bright green color and delicate flavor, resulting in a smooth, herbaceous oil that's as fresh as it is versatile. Whether you drizzle it over salads, pastas, grilled vegetables, or use it as a dipping oil for crusty bread, this homemade basil oil is a gourmet addition to your kitchen that can be prepared in under 15 minutes. Stored properly, it keeps its vibrant flavor for up to two weeks, making it an easy and delicious way to enhance your favorite recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves
- 1 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Start by washing the fresh basil leaves under cold running water. Pat them dry thoroughly with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
In a medium saucepan, bring a small pot of water to a boil for blanching. Prepare an ice water bath in a large bowl by filling it with ice and water.
Once the water is boiling, add the basil leaves and blanch them for about 5 seconds. Immediately transfer the blanched basil to the ice water bath to stop the cooking process.
Dry the blanched basil leaves thoroughly with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
In a blender or food processor, combine the blanched basil leaves, extra virgin olive oil, and salt. Blend until the mixture is smooth and the basil is finely incorporated into the oil.
Strain the basil oil through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a clean glass jar or bottle to remove any solid particles.
Seal the jar or bottle tightly and store the basil oil in the refrigerator. Use within two weeks for the best flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
129 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.3 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.1 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 31 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 0.3 g | 0% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.0 g | ||
| Protein | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 11 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 25 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
