Olive oil with peppers 500ml Ecopack

Description

Olive oil with chilies (spicy or chili oil) is used to add spice and flavor to dishes. Here are some popular uses:

Culinary use

1. Finishing dishes:
   • Drizzle it over pizza, pasta, or grilled vegetables for a spicy touch.
   • Ideal for dishes such as spaghetti aglio e olio or risotto.
2. Marinade:
   • Perfect for marinating meat (such as chicken or steak), fish or tofu. The oil helps to distribute spices and spiciness evenly.
3. Dip for bread:
   • Mix olive oil with chilies with balsamic vinegar and spices for a spicy dip.
4. Baking and frying:
   • Use it to flavor potatoes, vegetables, or shrimp while baking or roasting.
5. Soups and stews:
   • Add a dash to give dishes such as lentil soup, tomato soup, or stews more depth and spice.
6. Salads:
   • Make a spicy dressing by combining olive oil with chilies with lemon juice or vinegar, honey, and spices.

Specific dishes that work well with olive oil with chilies

• Bruchetta: Drizzle over toasted bread with tomato and basil.
• Grilled fish or seafood: Gives a spicy kick to light flavors.
• Grilled meat: Especially delicious with BBQ dishes.
• Asian wok dishes: Use as a final seasoning for a spicy touch.

Health benefits

• The peppers in the oil contain capsaicin, which can boost metabolism and is anti-inflammatory.
• The combination with olive oil, rich in healthy fats and antioxidants, makes it a heart-friendly choice.

What is infusion?

Olive oil with herbs by infusion is a culinary technique in which herbs, spices or other flavorings are drawn into olive oil to naturally flavor the oil. This process is known as infusion. Casa Astrid does not use artificial flavors.

How do we make this ?

In infusion, flavorings such as garlic, rosemary, thyme, chili peppers, lemon peel, or basil are added to olive oil. The oil absorbs the flavors and aromas of these ingredients, creating a fragrant and flavorful oil that is ideal for use in dishes such as salads, marinades, pastas or as a dipping sauce.

The herbs or spices are added to the oil at room temperature. This process takes several days to weeks, depending on the intensity of the flavor. The result is filtered and bottled.