Flavored oils are invaluable ingredients in the kitchen, a simple drizzle can transform a lackluster dish into something truly spectacular. Not all flavored oils are created equal, however, the quality and potency of the final product depends on how they are made. The first distinction to make, when choosing a flavored extra virgin olive oil, is between fused and infused oils.
Fused olive oils are made by crushing whole, fresh olives together with the desired flavor counterpart: perfectly ripe, fresh lemons, oranges, herbs or chili peppers, for example. This is a costly, time-sensitive and time-consuming process. They are then crushed together in the olive mill, allowing for the essential oils from the citrus peel or herb to blend with the oil from the olives. The result is a delectably potent flavored olive oil made with fresh fused ingredients that can be used to brighten up any dish. If you’d like to read more about fused oils and the difference between infused oils, and even learn how to make your own at home, see our blog post here in Pia’s Journal.
Our Galantino Fused Extra Virgin Olive Oil come in beautiful hand-made, hand-painted ceramics from Puglia and each one is unique. Select flavors like the Peperoncino, Basil, and Aromatic Herb are on sale now for 15% off.
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