Chive Oil

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Chive Oil
45 min.
5
116kcal

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Are you looking to elevate your culinary creations with a burst of flavor and a hint of elegance? Look no further than this delightful Chive Oil! Not only is it a vibrant addition to your meals, but it also perfectly aligns with a variety of dietary preferences—it's vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, and low FODMAP.

Crafting this aromatic oil is as simple as it is rewarding. With just two ingredients—fresh chives and a neutral oil like grapeseed—you can create a versatile condiment that's sure to impress. Whether drizzled over salads, used as a flavor enhancer for grilled vegetables, or as an exquisite accompaniment to your favorite proteins, this chive oil introduces a fresh, herby essence that enlivens any dish.

The process itself is a sensory delight. Watching the vibrant green of the chives transform into a luscious oil is both satisfying and inspiring. The hint of warmth from cooking infuses the oil with a delightful fragrance, making it a quintessential ingredient for any home chef's arsenal. Best of all, you can prepare it in just 45 minutes, and enjoy its freshness for up to a week! So why wait? Embrace the essence of summer flavor and add this stunning Chive Oil to your repertoire today!

Ingredients

  • bunches chives 
  • 1.5 cups vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sieve

Directions

  1. Set a coffee filter in asieve set over a heatproofmeasuring cup or bowl.
  2. Purée chives and oil in ablender until well blended.
  3. Transfer to a small saucepanand cook over medium-highheat, stirring occasionally,until mixture is sizzling,about 3 minutes.
  4. Remove chive oil fromheat and strain thoughprepared sieve (do notpress on solids or oil will becloudy); let cool.
  5. DO AHEAD: Chive oilcan be made 1 week ahead.Cover and chill.

Nutrition Facts

Calories116kcal
Protein0.26%
Fat99.38%
Carbs0.36%

Properties

Glycemic Index
9
Glycemic Load
0.02
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
1.8265217700568%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.16mg
Kaempferol
0.24mg
Quercetin
0.11mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:116.35kcal
5.82%
Fat:13.1g
20.15%
Saturated Fat:2g
12.49%
Carbohydrates:0.1g
0.03%
Net Carbohydrates:0.04g
0.02%
Sugar:0.04g
0.05%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:0.07mg
0%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.08g
0.16%
Vitamin K:29.17µg
27.78%
Vitamin E:1.08mg
7.17%
Vitamin A:104.47IU
2.09%
Vitamin C:1.39mg
1.69%
Source:Epicurious