Sicilian Infused Olive Oil With Chilli

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   Wash and dry the lemon. With a lemon zester (not a grater - use the one the head has 5 sharp holes), make 10 thin strips of lemon.

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   Hold the dry chilli and, using a sharp knife, make a small incision along the skin of only one of the sides. You want to keep the chilli whole and the incision helps bring out the heat of the seeds without having them floating everywhere. Wash your hands very well after this procedure.

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   Filling the jars. Start by gently pushing in the dry bay leaf, the chilli, then add the oregano, coriander, lemon zest and lemon thyme.

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   Fill the jar with Olive Oil and close the bottle very well. Allow to infuse for 2 weeks in a cool and dark place before using.

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   Note 1: please try the olive oil before you serve it to children, depending on the type of chilli, even a small one can make the oil very hot.

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   Note 2: Never keep Olive Oil in direct sunlight or near a hot source.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.