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Homemade Garlic-Stuffed Olives

Homemade Garlic-Stuffed Olives
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Homemade Garlic-Stuffed Olives are a bold and savory snack featuring large green olives filled with fresh garlic cloves, marinated in a fragrant blend of extra virgin olive oil, lemon zest, fresh herbs, and optional spices. This simple and flavorful Mediterranean-inspired appetizer is perfect for entertaining, healthy snacking, and can be customized with various herbs, spices, and cheeses.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup large green olives, pitted and firm
  • 8–10 fresh garlic cloves, peeled and trimmed
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh herbs (such as rosemary or thyme), chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Garlic Cloves: Peel the garlic cloves and trim them so they fit snugly inside each olive, ensuring even cooking and proper melding with the olive’s texture.
  2. Stuff the Olives: Gently insert one trimmed garlic clove into each pitted olive, taking care to keep the olives intact without tearing the skin.
  3. Combine the Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, lemon zest, sea salt, red pepper flakes (if using), and chopped fresh herbs to create a flavorful marinade.
  4. Marinate the Olives: Place the garlic-stuffed olives into the marinade and toss gently to coat. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least a few hours, preferably overnight, to allow flavors to meld deeply.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Remove the marinated olives from the refrigerator and serve at room temperature to fully appreciate their briny and garlicky flavors.

Notes

  • Choose firm olives such as Castelvetrano or Queen olives for best stuffing results.
  • Use fresh garlic cloves for a brighter, cleaner flavor.
  • Allow at least 24 hours marinating time in the fridge for optimal flavor infusion.
  • Do not overstuff olives; leave just enough space so the garlic fits comfortably without tearing the olive skin.
  • Serve olives at room temperature to maximize aroma and taste.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container submerged in marinade in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
  • Freezing is not recommended as it alters texture.
  • Bring olives out of the fridge 30 minutes before serving instead of reheating.

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