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Carrabba’s Bread Dipping Oil

Irresistibly Flavorful Carrabba’s Bread Dipping Oil Recipe

This Carrabba’s Bread Dipping Oil recipe combines garlic and herbs for a delightful, vegan-friendly appetizer that elevates any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 dips
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Oil Base
  • 1 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil high-quality
  • 2 tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar can be swapped with red wine vinegar
For the Flavor Enhancers
  • 3 cloves Fresh Garlic finely minced
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano or fresh oregano (double the amount)
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Basil or fresh basil for more vibrant taste
For the Finishing Touches
  • to taste Salt sea salt or kosher salt recommended
  • to taste Black Pepper freshly cracked preferred

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Carrabba’s Bread Dipping Oil
  1. In a mixing bowl, pour in 1 cup of high-quality extra virgin olive oil, followed by 2 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar. Use a whisk to gently combine the two ingredients until they are fully blended together.
  2. Finely mince 3 cloves of fresh garlic and add them to the oil mixture, then sprinkle in 1 teaspoon each of dried oregano and dried basil. Stir until well incorporated.
  3. Season the mixture with salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste, whisking again until everything is harmoniously blended together.
  4. Allow the Carrabba’s Bread Dipping Oil mixture to sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
  5. Give it a final stir before transferring to small serving dishes, serve alongside warm, crusty bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoonsCalories: 120kcalFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 80mg

Notes

Allowing the oil to sit for 30 minutes enhances its flavor for the best dipping experience.

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