MSG Free Moroccan-Spiced Herb Oil
Warm spices, bright citrus, and fresh herbs come together in this deeply aromatic finishing oil that makes almost anything taste like it came from a serious kitchen. Cumin, paprika, coriander, ginger, turmeric, and cinnamon are gently bloomed in garlic-infused olive oil, then lifted at the end with chopped parsley, cilantro, lemon juice, and zest — the result is layered, vibrant, and genuinely hard to stop drizzling. Every single ingredient here is whole and unprocessed, so there's no need to squint at a label wondering what's hiding in a spice packet or a pre-made condiment. The technique of warming the oil low and slow pulls the best out of the garlic without burning it, giving the base a mellow, rounded depth before the spices even go in. It comes together quickly and works beautifully as a drizzle over roasted vegetables, grilled proteins, flatbreads, or a simple bowl of hummus. Letting it rest for even thirty minutes before serving allows the flavors to bloom and meld in a way that tastes far more complex than the effort involved. Keep a jar of this on the counter and you'll find yourself reaching for it constantly.
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8 servings
For the oil base
- ¾ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, peeled and lightly crushed
Spice blend
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp sweet paprika
- ½ tsp ground coriander
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- ½ tsp fine salt
Fresh herbs
- ¼ cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
Instructions
- 1
Combine the ground cumin, sweet paprika, ground coriander, ground ginger, ground turmeric, ground cinnamon, cayenne (if using), and fine salt in a small bowl and stir until evenly mixed.
- 2
Pour the olive oil into a small saucepan and add the crushed garlic cloves. Warm over low heat until the oil is fragrant and small bubbles form steadily around the garlic, about 4–5 minutes — do not let the garlic brown. Remove from heat.
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