Banana Oil

Banana Oil

Banana Oil

Banana Oil

November 19, 2024 by Kimberly

Ever tried to make banana-infused oil and ended up with, well…oil? Sometimes experiments don’t work out, but hey, it’s all about the fun and laughs in the kitchen, right?

40 MINUTES

ADVANCED

VEGAN

INT.

40 PER TSP

MICHELIN

OIL

ALL YEAR

INTRODUCTION

ABOUT THE RECIPE

Here’s a tale of an adventurous kitchen experiment – I set out to make banana-infused oil, dreaming of drizzling a sweet, tropical essence over everything. But guess what? This one didn’t go as planned! Despite all my efforts, the oil ended up just…oil. Yep, no banana flavor to be found. Sometimes, the kitchen surprises you, and it’s just as fun to share what didn’t work as what does!

How to serve
While banana-infused oil may not be gracing our tables today, this experience reminded me that cooking is all about experimentation and joy. You may not want to serve it (unless you like regular oil!), but if you’re feeling bold, give it a try and use it as a neutral base in a salad dressing. Or just laugh it off and move on to your next kitchen adventure!

How to store
If you decide to keep your flavorless banana oil, store it as you would any other oil in a cool, dark place. Just remember, the next time you open it, there’s no hint of banana waiting for you – just a fun memory of a cooking experiment!

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Banana Oil
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Banana Oil
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Banana Oil

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Total Time: 40 min
  • Yield: 1 cup / 250 ml 1x

Description

RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT

  • blender
  • medium-sized saucepan
  • whisk
  • a bowl which the medium saucepan fits into
  • 2 medium-sized bowls
  • 2 fine sieves
  • sealable container (oil bottle)
  • ice cubes
  • coffee filter

Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 1 banana
  • 250 milliliters cold-pressed rapeseed oil

Instructions

  1. Peel the banana and put it into the blender. Pour in the oil. Blend on the highest setting until there are only tiny pieces of the banana left.
  2. Pour the mixture from the blender into a medium-sized pot and heat it over medium heat to a temperature of about 101°-104°C (213°-219°F), and maintain this temperature for the next 20 minutes. Stir occasionally, making sure the temperature remains steady and nothing gets burned.
  3. Prepare a bowl large enough to fit a medium-sized pot, and fill it with cold water and a handful of ice cubes. Also, hang a fine sieve strainer over one medium-sized bowl and another fine sieve strainer, with a coffee filter inside it, over another medium-sized bowl.
  4. Now, place the pot in the ice water and stir to cool the oil quickly. Once the oil is almost cold, remove the pot from the water and pour the oil into the prepared fine sieve to catch the coarse particles.
  5. Then, pour the oil into the second sieve, which is equipped with a coffee filter, to catch the remaining finer particles.
  6. Allow the oil to drip through for about 20 minutes or maybe less depending on how many remaining particles are in the coffee filter. Once all the oil has passed through the coffee filter, transfer the collected amount of oil into a sealable container or directly into an oil bottle. Store in the refrigerator for up to one week.
  • Passive Time: 20 min
  • Cook Time: 20 min

Leek Oil

Leek Oil

Leeks Oil

Leek Oil

November 7, 2024 by Kimberly

Add a pop of flavor with this vibrant, earthy oil! Drizzle over soups, salads, or grilled veggies for a fresh twist that’s as tasty as it is gorgeous. Pure liquid green goodness.

65 MINUTES

ADVANCED

VEGAN

INT.

40 PER TSP

UMAMI

MICHELIN

OIL

ALL YEAR

INTRODUCTION

ABOUT THE RECIPE

Leek oil is a game-changer for adding vibrant color and savory flavor to just about any dish! With its green hue and subtle, earthy taste, this oil is a simple yet elegant way to elevate soups, salads, or roasted veggies. Making it at home is easy and gives you an infusion that’s fresher and more flavorful than store-bought options. It’s a little something special for your kitchen arsenal that brings a gorgeous finish to whatever you’re cooking!

How to serve
Drizzle this leek oil over your favorite creamy soups, like potato or pumpkin, for a beautiful green swirl and an extra depth of flavor. It’s also amazing on salads – especially when paired with citrus or other fresh veggies – and makes a fantastic finishing touch on roasted or grilled vegetables. A little goes a long way, so use it as a garnish to let the green color and savory notes shine. This is the kind of touch that makes any dish feel a little more gourmet! Don’t miss out on trying it with this Chestnut Soup & Chili Cinnamon Croutons!

How to store
Store leek oil in a clean, airtight glass bottle in the fridge for up to a week. Give it a little shake before each use to keep the flavor evenly distributed. It’s best to use it fresh to enjoy the full flavor and color!

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Leeks Oil
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Leek Oil

Leek Oil


  • Author: Kimberly
  • Total Time: 65min
  • Yield: 1 cup / 250 ml 1x

Description

RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT

  • blender
  • medium-sized saucepan
  • whisk
  • a bowl which the medium saucepan fits into
  • 2 medium-sized bowls
  • 2 fine sieves
  • sealable container (oil bottle)
  • ice cubes
  • coffee filter

Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 1 stalk of leek (the white part)
  • 250 milliliters oil of your choice (I’ve used avocado oil)

Instructions

  1. Roughly chop the leek, wash it and put it into the blender. Pour in the oil. Blend on the highest setting until there are only tiny pieces of the leek left.
  2. Pour the mixture from the blender into a medium-sized pot and heat it over medium heat to a temperature of about 101°-104°C (213°-219°F), and maintain this temperature for the next 30 minutes. Stir occasionally, making sure the temperature remains steady and nothing gets burned.
  3. Prepare a bowl large enough to fit a medium-sized pot, and fill it with cold water and a handful of ice cubes. Also, hang a fine sieve strainer over one medium-sized bowl and another fine sieve strainer, with a coffee filter inside it, over another medium-sized bowl.
  4. Now, place the pot in the ice water and stir to cool the oil quickly. Once the oil is almost cold, remove the pot from the water and pour the oil into the prepared fine sieve to catch the coarse particles.
  5. Then, pour the oil into the second sieve, which is equipped with a coffee filter, to catch the remaining finer particles.
  6. Allow the oil to drip through for about 20 minutes or maybe less depending on how many remaining particles are in the coffee filter. Once all the oil has passed through the coffee filter, transfer the collected amount of oil into a sealable container or directly into an oil bottle. Store in the refrigerator for up to one week.
  • Prep Time: 5 min
  • Cook Time: 30 min

Pink Grapefruit Oil

Pink Grapefruit Oil

Pink Grapefruit Oil

Pink Grapefruit Oil

October 30, 2024 by Kimberly

This bright, zesty oil brings a burst of citrusy sunshine to any dish! Imagine the fresh, tangy flavor that instantly lifts salads, dressings, or seafood with a unique, refreshing twist.

60 MINUTES

ADVANCED

VEGAN

INT.

40 PER TSP

SWEET
TANGY

MICHELIN

OIL

ALL YEAR

INTRODUCTION

ABOUT THE RECIPE

There’s something so fun and fresh about adding a homemade twist to your meals, and this grapefruit-infused oil is all that and more. Imagine splashing this bright, citrusy oil over salads, seafood, or roasted veggies – it’s an instant flavor boost that’s both refreshing and light. It’s one of those recipes that feels fancy without the fuss. You’ll want to keep this one handy in the kitchen!

How to serve
This citrus-infused oil is super versatile! Drizzle it over a crisp salad for a fresh, tangy kick, or use it as a base for marinades that need a fruity pop. It’s fantastic over grilled fish or shrimp, adding a lively twist to each bite. Try mixing it with a bit of vinegar and herbs to make a standout dressing that’s as vibrant as it is delicious. It’s perfect for those dishes where you need a little something to bring it all together! But if you really want to bring it to the next level, you’ve got to try it in this Pink Grapefruit Cardamom Chutney!

How to store
Store this oil in a sealed glass jar or oil bottle in the fridge, where it’ll keep for about one week. Give it a good shake before each use to keep the flavor fresh.

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Pink Grapefruit Oil
Pink Grapefruit Oil
Pink Grapefruit Oil
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Pink Grapefruit Oil

Pink Grapefruit Oil


  • Author: Kimberly
  • Total Time: 60 min
  • Yield: 1 cup / 250 ml 1x

Description

RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT

  • blender
  • medium-sized saucepan
  • whisk
  • a bowl which the medium saucepan fits into
  • 2 medium-sized bowls
  • 2 fine sieves
  • oil bottle
  • ice cubes
  • coffee filter

Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 1 pink grapefruit
  • 250 milliliters avocado oil

Instructions

  1. Zest the grapefruit, making sure no white pith is attached. Separate the grapefruit flesh from the white skin. Discard the white skin, and add the zest and flesh to the blender. Pour in the oil. Blend on the highest setting until only tiny pieces of the grapefruit are visible.
  2. Pour the mixture from the blender into a medium-sized pot and heat it over medium heat to a temperature of about 102°-103°C (215°-217°F), and maintain this temperature for the next 30 minutes. Stir occasionally, making sure the temperature remains steady and nothing gets burned.
  3. Prepare a bowl large enough to fit a medium-sized pot, and fill it with cold water and a handful of ice cubes. Also, hang a fine sieve strainer over one medium-sized bowl and another fine sieve strainer, with a coffee filter inside it, over another medium-sized bowl.
  4. Now, place the pot in the ice water and stir to cool the oil quickly. Once the oil is almost cold, remove the pot from the water and let it sit for about 20 minutes so that the oil gets more infused.
  5. After the 20 minutes, pour the oil into the prepared fine sieve to catch the coarse particles.
  6. Then, pour the oil into the second sieve, which is equipped with a coffee filter, to catch the remaining finer particles.
  7. Allow the oil to drip through for about 1 hour or maybe less depending on how many remaining particles are in the coffee filter. Once all the oil has passed through the coffee filter, transfer the collected amount of oil into an oil bottle. Store in the refrigerator for up to 1-2 weeks.
  • Prep Time: 10 min
  • Passive Time: 20 min
  • Cook Time: 30 min

Blue Spirulina Oil

Blue Spirulina Oil

Blue Spirulina Oil

Blue Spirulina Oil

October 22, 2024 by Kimberly

Tried turning oil into a vibrant blue with spirulina, but guess what? It stayed its usual color! Still, this fun kitchen experiment was a creative adventure worth the try.

1 HOUR
5 MINUTES

ADVANCED

VEGAN

INT.

40 PER TSP

MICHELIN

OIL

ALL YEAR

INTRODUCTION

ABOUT THE RECIPE

Okay, I had a wild idea: what if we could turn oil into a vibrant blue using spirulina? Spoiler alert – it didn’t quite work as planned! I was hoping for this gorgeous blue hue to add some pizzazz to my dishes, but the oil stayed its original color. Sometimes kitchen experiments don’t go as expected, but that’s all part of the fun, right? Even if the visual didn’t come through, it was still a cool experience to try something new.

How to serve
Even though the oil didn’t turn blue, it’s still perfect for using in your regular dishes. The lack of color doesn’t take away from the creativity and general flavor oil brings. So, serve it up as a tasty, superfood-inspired finishing touch, even if it didn’t become the vibrant blue we imagined! But if you really want to experience the vibrant color of blue spirulina powder, you’ve got to try it in these White Chocolate Cookies with Blue Spirulina Butter Cream Frosting!

How to store
Store your spirulina oil in a clean glass bottle, and keep it in a cool, dark place like your pantry. It’ll stay fresh for about two weeks.

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Blue Spirulina Oil
Blue Spirulina Oil
Blue Spirulina Oil
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Blue Spirulina Oil

Blue Spirulina Oil


  • Author: Kimberly
  • Total Time: 1hr + 5 min
  • Yield: 1 cup / 250 ml 1x

Description

RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT

  • medium-sized saucepan
  • whisk
  • a bowl which the medium saucepan fits into
  • two medium-sized bowls
  • two fine mesh strainers
  • sealable container (oil bottle)
  • ice cubes

Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 1 tsp blue spirulina powder
  • 250 milliliters oil sunflower oil

Instructions

  1. Put the blue spirulina powder into the pot as well as the oil.
  2. Heat it over medium heat to a temperature of about 100°C (212°F), and maintain this temperature for the next 5 minutes. Stir occasionally, making sure the temperature remains steady and nothing gets burned.
  3. Prepare a bowl large enough to fit a medium-sized pot, and fill it with cold water and a handful of ice cubes. Also, hang a fine mesh strainer over one medium-sized bowl.
  4. Now, place the pot in the ice water and stir to cool the oil quickly. Pour the oil into the prepared fine mesh strainer to catch the coarse particles.
  5. Then, pour the oil into the second sieve, which is equipped with a coffee filter, to catch the remaining finer particles.
  6. Once all the oil has passed through the coffee filter, transfer the collected amount of oil into a sealable container or directly into an oil bottle.
  • Passive Time: 1 hr
  • Cook Time: 5 min

Pumpkin Oil

Pumpkin Oil

Pumpkin Oil

Pumpkin Oil

October 12, 2024 by Kimberly

This rich oil is infused with the essence of pumpkin, adding a velvety warmth and earthy sweetness to any dish. Perfect for drizzling on salads, soups, or roasted veggies!

65 MINUTES

ADVANCED

VEGAN

INT.

40 PER TSP

SWEET
CREAMY

MICHELIN

OIL

AUTUMN

INTRODUCTION

ABOUT THE RECIPE

Pumpkin-infused oil is a total game-changer for your fall dishes! It’s packed with the natural flavors and warmth of pumpkin, giving a subtle, earthy sweetness to everything it touches. Whether you’re drizzling it over a fresh salad, using it as a finishing oil for soups, or adding a luxurious touch to roasted veggies, this infused oil brings a comforting, cozy vibe to any meal. Plus, it’s super easy to make at home and keeps your cooking fresh and seasonal.

How to serve
You’ll love using this pumpkin-infused oil as a finishing touch! Drizzle it over a hearty bowl of soup, use it to elevate your favorite salads, or even toss roasted veggies in it for an extra layer of fall flavor. The velvety richness and beautiful color also make it perfect for adding a gourmet vibe to your meals without any fuss. Experiment with it as a dip for bread or mix it into your favorite dressings! Maybe you want to try it out with this Pumpkin Tarte Flambée with Bacon Walnuts Gorgonzola & Lamb’s Lettuce.

How to store
Store your pumpkin-infused oil in a clean, airtight bottle or jar, and keep it in a cool, dark place, like a pantry. It should last for about 1-2 months, but make sure to give it a good shake before using to keep the flavors mixed.

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Hi, I'm Kimberly.

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Pumpkin Oil
Pumpkin Oil
Pumpkin Oil
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Pumpkin Oil

Pumpkin Oil


  • Author: Kimberly
  • Total Time: 65 min
  • Yield: 1 cup / 250 ml 1x

Description

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RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT


Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 150 grams hokkaido pumpkin
  • 250 milliliters oil

Instructions

  1. Chop the pumpkin in half and scrape out all the seeds. Cut the flesh into coarse pieces and put them into the blender. Pour in the oil. Blend on the highest setting until it becomes a thick consistency and no coarse pieces of pumpkin are longer visible.
  2. Pour the mixture from the blender into a medium-sized pot and heat it over medium heat, constantly stirring, to a temperature of about 102°-103°C (215°-217°F). Then, let the oil simmer with the lid partially on for the next 30 minutes. Stir only occasionally, making sure the temperature remains steady and nothing gets burned. The cooking time is essential for all the water to evaporate. You’ll know all the water has evaporated when the oil in the pot barely bubbles anymore – so if it’s still bubbling vigorously, keep it simmering.
  3. At the end of the cooking process, prepare a bowl large enough to fit the medium-sized pot, filled with cold water and a handful of ice cubes. Also, hang a fine mesh sieve strainer over a medium-sized bowl.
  4. Now, place the pot in the ice water and stir to stop the cooking process. Once the oil is almost cold, remove the pot from the water and pour the oil into the first fine mesh sieve to catch the coarse particle.
  5. Then, pour the oil into the second fine mesh sieve, which you before equipped with a coffee filter, to catch the remaining finer particles.
  6. Allow the oil to drip through for about 30 minutes or maybe less depending on how many remaining particles are in the coffee filter. Once all the oil has passed through the coffee filter, transfer the collected amount of oil into an oil bottle. Store in the refrigerator for up to 1-2 weeks.
  • Prep Time: 5 min
  • Passive Time: 30 min
  • Cook Time: 30 min

Cinnamon Oil

Cinnamon Oil

Cinnamon Oil

Cinnamon Oil

September 30, 2024 by Kimberly

A drizzle of warm, cinnamon-infused oil adds a touch of magic to any dish. It’s like a hug in flavor form, perfect for elevating cozy meals and making everything taste special.

10 MINUTES

EASY

VEGAN

INT.

40 PER TSP

MICHELIN

OIL

AUTUMN
WINTER

INTRODUCTION

ABOUT THE RECIPE

Imagine adding a little warmth and spice to your everyday dishes with a simple drizzle of cinnamon-infused oil. It’s the easiest way to elevate everything from roasted veggies to desserts! Whether you’re a fall flavor lover or just want to try something new in the kitchen, this infused oil brings cozy, aromatic vibes that make every meal feel a bit more special.

How to serve
Cinnamon oil works wonders drizzled over sweet and savory dishes alike. Try it on roasted squash, stirred into oatmeal, or even over pancakes for an unexpected pop of flavor. It’s also perfect for dipping with warm bread or adding to salad dressings for a little spice. Play around with it – this oil’s versatility is what makes it such a kitchen staple. You should try a drizzle of it in my Pumpkin Coconut Soup with Walnut Sage Grilled Cheese. It’s life changing! Or if you want to take it up a notch, try it in my Cinnamon Rolls.

How to store
Store your cinnamon oil in a clean, airtight container in your fridge for up to two weeks.

Hi, I'm Kimberly!

Hi, I'm Kimberly.

A passionate food lover who believes in the magic of homemade deliciousness that spreads love and warmth. Join me on this culinary adventure as I prepare wonderful dishes and let’s spread some happiness together!

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Cinnamon Oil
Cinnamon Oil
Cinnamon Oil
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Cinnamon Oil

Cinnamon Oil


  • Author: Kimberly
  • Total Time: 10 min
  • Yield: 1 cup / 250 ml 1x

Description

RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT

  • medium-sized saucepan
  • whisk
  • a bowl which the medium saucepan fits into
  • medium-sized bowl
  • fine sieve
  • sealable container (oil bottle)
  • ice cubes

Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 1.5 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 2 cinnamon sticks
  • 250 milliliters oil of your choice

Instructions

  1. Put the cinnamon into the pot as well as the cinnamon sticks. Pour in the oil and mix well with a whisk.
  2. Heat it over medium heat to a temperature of about 70-80°C (160-175°F), and maintain this temperature for the next 5 minutes. Stir occasionally, making sure the temperature remains steady and nothing gets burned.
  3. Prepare a bowl large enough to fit a medium-sized pot, and fill it with cold water and a handful of ice cubes. Also, hang a fine sieve strainer over a medium-sized bowl.
  4. Now, place the pot in the ice water and stir to cool the oil quickly. Once the oil is almost cold, remove the pot from the water and pour the oil into the prepared fine sieve to catch the coarse particles.
  5. Once all the oil has passed through the sieve, transfer the collected amount of oil into a sealable container or directly into an oil bottle. Store in the refrigerator for up to one to two weeks. As it sits it’s normal for the cinnamon powder to settle at the bottom, so just give it a quick shake before using it.
  • Cook Time: 10 min