Safe Garlic Oil for Quick Use
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Safe Garlic Oil for Quick Use

Guide by Tobias Kanzler

Safe Garlic Oil for Quick Use: Put everything in a small pot and let it infuse over very low heat for 8-10 minutes. The garlic should turn golden, not dark brown. Let it cool completely, transfer to a clean jar…

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Safe Garlic Oil for Quick Use: Put everything in a small pot and let it infuse over very low heat for 8-10 minutes. The garlic should turn golden, not dark brown. Let it cool completely, transfer to a clean jar…

Ingredients

  • olive or rapeseed oil150 ml
  • 5 garlic cloves in thin slices
  • 1 small sprig rosemary or thyme
  • salt1 pinch

Method

  1. Put everything in a small pot and let it infuse over very low heat for 8-10 minutes.
  2. The garlic should turn golden, not dark brown.
  3. Let it cool completely, transfer to a clean jar and refrigerate right away.

Substitutions

For longer shelf life, skip the fresh garlic and stir in 1/2 tsp garlic powder per 100 ml oil instead; this oil keeps refrigerated for about 2 weeks.

Safety Note

Never store oil with fresh garlic at room temperature — use within 3 days or freeze it right away.

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Frequently Asked Questions

For longer shelf life, skip the fresh garlic and stir in 1/2 tsp garlic powder per 100 ml oil instead; this oil keeps refrigerated for about 2 weeks.
Never store oil with fresh garlic at room temperature — use within 3 days or freeze it right away.

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