Bread Dipping Oil Recipe
This bread dipping oil is packed with rich, herby, garlicky flavor that turns any loaf of crusty bread into an irresistible appetizer. With just a few pantry ingredients and optional garnishes like Parmesan or balsamic vinegar, you can create a restaurant-quality dipping oil in under 10 minutes (or 30 minutes with roasted garlic). Whether you’re entertaining guests or enjoying a cozy solo night in, this flavorful oil sets the tone for a warm, indulgent meal.
- Prep Time: 5–10 minutes
- Cook Time: (Optional) 20–25 minutes for roasting garlic
- Total Time: 10–30 minutes
- Yield: 4–6
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook (optional roasting)
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1–2 cloves garlic, roasted or raw minced
- 1 tsp dried Italian herb blend (or mix of oregano, basil, thyme, rosemary)
- Pinch of red pepper flakes
- Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp grated Parmesan (optional)
- 1 tsp balsamic vinegar (optional)
- Fresh chopped parsley or basil, for garnish
Instructions
- Roast garlic (optional): Slice top off garlic head, drizzle with oil, wrap in foil, roast at 375°F for 20–25 minutes. Let cool.
- Add ½ cup olive oil to shallow serving dish.
- Mash in roasted garlic (or stir in finely minced raw garlic).
- Add dried herbs, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Stir in Parmesan or balsamic, if using.
- Garnish with fresh herbs.
- Let sit for 10–15 minutes before serving for best flavor.
- Serve with warm crusty bread.
Notes
- For best results, use high-quality olive oil.
- Let flavors blend at room temperature before serving.
- Can be made ahead using only dried herbs and oil, adding fresh elements later.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4–6
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0.5g
- Fiber: 0.1g
- Protein: 0.2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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