🇮🇹 Italian Olive Oil Dip 🇮🇹
Description: Indulge in the wonderful flavors of Italy with this delightful olive oil dip, perfect for accompanying any Italian menu. Inspired by a local restaurant’s secret recipe, this dip brings the essence of Mediterranean cuisine to your table with every dip of warm, crusty French bread. It’s so good, you’ll want to enjoy it fresh, as it’s best consumed right away!
Recipe Category: Spreads
Keywords: Breads, < 15 Mins, Easy
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 129.8
- Fat Content: 13.8g
- Saturated Fat Content: 1.9g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 1745.7mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 2.3g
- Fiber Content: 0.8g
- Sugar Content: 0.2g
- Protein Content: 0.4g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1/4 cup | Olive oil |
| 2 cloves | Garlic |
| 1 tsp | Fresh ground black pepper |
| 1 tsp | Kosher salt |
| 1 tsp | Red pepper flakes |
Instructions:
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Combine Ingredients: In a container, combine the olive oil, minced garlic cloves, fresh ground black pepper, kosher salt, and red pepper flakes.
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Serve: Transfer the oil mixture to a flat plate, ready for dipping.
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Enjoy: Dip warm slices of French bread into the flavorful oil mixture, savoring the rich, aromatic taste of Italy with every bite.
Recipe Notes:
- This dip is best enjoyed immediately after preparation, as it contains no preservatives.
- Feel free to adjust the quantities of garlic, pepper, salt, and red pepper flakes to suit your taste preferences.
- For an extra burst of flavor, you can also add a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese or chopped fresh herbs like parsley or basil.
- Serve alongside your favorite Italian dishes or as an appetizer before a hearty pasta dinner.
Embrace the essence of Italian cuisine with this simple yet incredibly flavorful olive oil dip. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply craving a taste of Italy, this recipe is sure to impress! 🍞🫔🇮🇹
