Spicy Marinated Olives with Cumin and Lemon

Description: Perfect as part of an antipasto platter or for a casual gathering as the sun sinks behind the yard arm! These Marinated Chilli Olives are dead easy to make and incredibly delicious. Note that the cooking time does not include marinating time.

Category: Vegetable
Keywords: < 15 Mins, Easy

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 125 grams black olives
• 125 grams green olives
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• Rind of 1 lemon, finely grated
• 1 red chile, sliced
• 125 milliliters olive oil

Instructions

1. Toast the Cumin Seeds: Begin by placing the cumin seeds in a small frying pan. Heat the pan over low heat, allowing the seeds to toast gently for about 2 minutes. Stir occasionally to ensure they toast evenly. You’ll know they are ready when they become fragrant and slightly golden.

2. Combine Ingredients: In a bowl or a jar, combine the black olives, green olives, minced garlic, lemon rind, sliced red chile, and toasted cumin seeds. Pour in the olive oil, ensuring that all the ingredients are well-coated.

3. Marinate: Cover the bowl or jar with a lid or plastic wrap and let the mixture marinate for at least 3 hours. For best results, allow the olives to marinate overnight. This will give the flavors ample time to meld together.

4. Serve: Once marinated, the olives are ready to be served. Enjoy them as part of an antipasto spread, or simply as a flavorful snack.

Notes: The marinating time is crucial for allowing the flavors to develop fully. These olives are perfect for serving at parties, as a topping for salads, or as a savory treat on their own.

Enjoy your delicious Marinated Chilli Olives! 🍸🌿🫒