Lactose Free Cumin-Lime Herb Oil
Bright, herby, and punchy with citrus, this finishing oil is the kind of condiment that makes everything it touches taste more alive. Cumin and coriander seeds are gently bloomed in warm olive oil until fragrant, then strained out so you're left with a silky, spice-infused base that carries all their flavor without any grittiness. Fresh cilantro, flat-leaf parsley, lime zest, and a squeeze of lime juice go in off the heat, keeping the herbs vivid green and the citrus sharp rather than cooked-out. A pinch of red pepper flakes adds just enough warmth to keep things interesting. Dairy-free cooking sometimes means sacrificing richness, but good olive oil is all the fat you need here — it's lush, satisfying, and completely plant-based from start to finish. Drizzle it over roasted vegetables, grilled fish, grain bowls, or even a simple bowl of soup and the whole dish transforms. It comes together in under fifteen minutes and keeps in the fridge for a few days, so a small batch goes a surprisingly long way through the week.
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8 servings
- ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 ½ tsp cumin seeds
- ½ tsp coriander seeds
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp lime zest (from about 1 lime)
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 3 tbsp fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
- 2 tbsp scallion greens, thinly sliced (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Lightly crush the cumin seeds and coriander seeds with a mortar and pestle or the flat of a knife — just enough to crack them open, not grind them to powder.
- 2
Combine the olive oil, crushed cumin seeds, crushed coriander seeds, and red pepper flakes in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Warm until the spices begin to sizzle steadily and the oil smells fragrant, about 3–4 minutes. Watch closely — the spices can darken quickly once they start sizzling.
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