Green Olives Recipe

Name: Green Olives Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 36 lg. unpitted green olives; 1/2 teaspoon grnd cumin; 1 teaspoon crushed dry oregano; 1/4 teaspoon minced dry rosemary; 1/2 teaspoon dry thyme; 2 bay leaves; 4 cloves garlic, lightly crushed & peeled; 1/4 c. red wine vinegar; 4 anchovy fillets, cut in half crosswise; Water; 1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds

Servings: persons

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Several days in advance place olives on flat surface and crush them lightly with a flat mallet.
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Crush only till flesh is gently broken.
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Put olives in glass jar.
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Add in herbs and spices, garlic, vinegar and anchovies.
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Add in sufficient water to fill jar.
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Seal tightly and shake well.
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Let stand at room temperature for several days.
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Chill.
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They will keep for weeks in refrigerator, but let them stand at room temperature before serving.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 36 lg. unpitted green olives, 1/2 teaspoon grnd cumin, 1 teaspoon crushed dry oregano, 1/4 teaspoon minced dry rosemary, and more.

Yes, Green Olives Recipe falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!