Interstitial Cystitis Friendly Garlic-Infused Olive Oil
Garlic flavor is one of those things that feels almost impossible to give up, and for anyone managing bladder sensitivity, that loss can feel especially frustrating since so many store-bought oils and condiments sneak in ingredients that cause flare-ups. This technique solves that problem beautifully by coaxing all the mellow, savory depth out of garlic cloves through a slow, low-temperature steep — without leaving any of the actual garlic solids in the finished oil. The key is keeping the heat gentle enough that the oil never truly simmers; those lazy little bubbles and that fragrant aroma are your cues that everything is going exactly right. Once the garlic is strained out completely, what remains is a silky, golden oil that delivers real flavor without the compounds that can irritate a sensitive bladder. It works as a finishing drizzle, a base for sautéing, or a dip for bread — anywhere you'd normally reach for garlic. Keeping a jar in the fridge means you're never more than a spoonful away from making a simple meal taste genuinely special.
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16 servings
- 1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 6 cloves garlic, peeled and lightly smashed
Instructions
- 1
Combine the olive oil and smashed garlic cloves in a small saucepan over the lowest heat setting your stove allows.
- 2
Heat gently until the oil reaches 200°F (93°C) on an instant-read thermometer — small, lazy bubbles will form around the garlic and the oil will smell fragrant. Do not let the oil simmer vigorously or the garlic will brown and turn bitter; adjust the heat down if needed. Maintain this temperature for 10 minutes.
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