Garlic Herb Olive Oil Bread Dip

This flavorful Garlic Herb Olive Oil Bread Dip is a combination of dried and fresh herbs and spices combined with fresh garlic in rich and powerful olive oil. Serve with warm, crusty bread. For 8 people.

When my sisters and I were in Florida we had one of the best meals ever.

You know the time when the company, place, food and ambience are in perfect harmony. Where you stop, take it all in and know it’s something special. The kind of moment that will be remembered forever. It was our last night in Florida so we went to dinner. Our table was on the water, we ate, talked and drank chilled glasses of wine. We four sisters were there hours Laugh and enjoy the platters of the most incredible sushi rolls. It was a magical night that we won’t soon forget.

However, if you’ve ever been to Island Way Grill in Clearwater, Florida, you might recognize this bread dip.

And if you haven’t already, you must go! Along with our wine, our waiter brought a basket of warm sourdough bread and a small plate of herbs and garlic, and drizzled olive oil over them. This easy bread dip was so amazing I asked the waiter if he knew what was in it. To my surprise, he pulled out a thin sheet of paper with the ingredients listed and said they were asked about them often. I stashed the paper and vowed to recreate it when I got back to Michigan.

And I did. One plate serves four, so this recipe makes two small plates – trust me, you’ll want it. However, the recipe can easily be halved, doubled or tripled. And when the oil runs out and there are still a few garlic herbs left, just top it up with a little more olive oil.

To make this Garlic Herb Olive Oil Bread Dip you will need:

• chervil (dried) – Imparts a mild anise flavor.
• oregano (dried) – Adds a distinctly earthy and slightly bitter taste.
• marjoram (dried) – Adds a delicate flavor similar to oregano, but sweeter and with more complicated flavor notes.
• basil (dried) – Gives a strong mint flavor with a hint of anise.
• red pepper flakes – Adds a touch of delicious warmth.
• kosher salt – Boosts all flavors in this recipe.
• freshly ground black pepper – Adds some subtle bite and flavor.
• Garlic (fresh) – Adds a distinctly bold flavor.
• rosemary (fresh) – Adds a piney or woody flavor with notes of lemon, pepper and sage.
• Extra virgin olive oil – Use good quality olive oil suitable for dipping or drizzling. I love Graza (not sponsored).
• warm, crusty bread – Use your choice of sourdough, Italian dough, or bread.

In a bowl, measure and add 1 teaspoon dried chervil, 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon marjoram, 1/4 teaspoon dried basil, 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, and 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and 1 /4 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper.

Note: Keep in mind that the raw garlic can be spicy, so 1/4 teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes is recommended unless you really want some spice.

Whisk to combine.

In two small shallow bowls, place 1/2 medium clove of grated garlic and 1/2 teaspoon minced fresh Add rosemary and divide the herb mixture into each bowl.

Add 3 to 4 tablespoons of good quality olive oil to each bowl.

Pretty much, right?

Stir to mix the garlic with the herbs.

This is what heaven tastes like.

Serve with warm, crusty bread, either sliced ​​or torn by hand. Also great with wine and good company.

dive. devour. repeat.

Click here for my Roasted Garlic Olive Oil Bread Dip recipe!

Enjoy! And if you try this Garlic Herb Olive Oil Bread Dip recipe, let me know! Take a picture and tag me Twitter or Instagram!