Tips for Using Aromatized Oils
Were you tempted into purchasing an aromatized oil—but unsure what to use it for?
You're not the first person this has happened to. But we’ve got you covered. Below you will find tips for using aromatized oils in a smorgasbord of recipes. Soon, you’ll wonder where they have been all of your life!
Just A Little Packs a Flavourful Punch
A high-quality aromatized oil brings out a bouquet of aromas with a simple flick of the wrist. Start your culinary journey with aromatized oils as a simple touch to a finished dish. Aromatized oils are not heat-resistant, so they are always added towards the end of your recipe once the dish is ready to be served.
But the big question is: How much?
Of course, this depends in part on the flavour profile of your oil. Take basil olive oil. What do you usually enjoy basil with? Tomatoes? Cheese? On your pasta and pizza dishes? You can be sure that basil oil will enhance all of them beautifully. Add basil oil as you would…basil!
Elevate Your Appetizers
Aromatized oils are delicious with soups! Imagine your classic tomato soup with a drizzle of basil olive oil. How about an Asian soup with toasted sesame oil? Lemon olive oil pairs perfectly with fish chowders and cauliflower soups.
Whether making a small salmon tartare, grilled asparagus with pancetta, or a wonderful burrata, flavoured aromatized oils will elevate your appetizers.
Enhance Your Side Dishes
Aromatized oils can do wonders for mashed potatoes, pasta, sautéed mushrooms or grilled vegetables. You’ll enjoy ingredients from an entirely new perspective! What's really amazing is that you don't have to modify your recipes—just drizzle just before serving.
To jazz up your guests’ experience, you can place the bottles of aromatized oils on the table and let your guests drizzle as they please.
Add Some Pizazz to Your Proteins
Protein is often the star of a dish. But what if, in addition to a successful recipe, you gave your protein the royal treatment?
White fish, salmon and pork tenderloin will all be absolutely divine with a drizzle of lemon olive oil. Your chicken breast and beef flank steak will make many mouths water with basil olive oil. Garlic olive oil , on the other hand, will stand out with seafood such as shrimp and scallops.
For veggies, legumes and tofu…let your imagination run wild!
Don’t Let Desserts and Snacks Feel Left Out!
Who says aromatized oils are only good in savoury dishes? Your vanilla ice cream is just waiting to befriend your basil olive oil or toasted sesame oil. Drizzled over popcorn, with a touch of granulated sugar or maple sugar, our aromatized oils will surprise you!
Aromatized oils are definitely a hit with beginner and seasoned foodies alike. It's no surprise that they are one of the favourite products of the Maison Orphée team. Soon, they will be for your family too!
Enjoy!