Why choose a garlic and chilli pressed olive oil in September?
In September, Italian cooking takes on a back-to-school feel: roasted vegetables, pan-fried dishes, spicy pasta and homemade pizzas. Garlic and chilli pressed olive oil, made by milling the olives together with fresh garlic and chilli, is one of the most versatile condiments for giving your dishes character. It is not simply an oil flavoured with an added aroma: its punch and its freshness depend on the care taken in selecting the ingredients and on the mill's expertise.
Discover the organic garlic and chilli olive oil to explore these flavours at home. For professionals, the personalisation service lets you create a signature bottle for the table or the kitchen.
The criteria to compare when choosing your garlic and chilli oil
Before you buy, ask yourself these key questions:
- Extraction method: go for co-milling, a guarantee of intensity and naturalness.
- Origin of the olives and the chilli: an Italian oil, especially a Calabrian one, offers the distinctive character you are looking for.
- Aromatic profile: some oils favour the punch of the chilli, others the balance with the garlic.
- Available formats: a small bottle for tasting, a tin for frequent use.
- Recommended uses: cooking, finishing, marinades, pizza, pasta, roasted vegetables.
Here is a table to help you compare:
To try several profiles, discover the discovery duo or the trio of olive oils, which let you switch between them depending on your recipes.
Recommended uses in September
Pizzas and spicy pasta
Garlic and chilli oil brings out the best in homemade pizzas, spaghetti aglio e olio and pan-fried seasonal vegetables. Add it as a finishing touch or just before serving to preserve its aromas.
Roasted vegetables and grilled meats
A few drops over roasted aubergines, courgettes or potatoes bring an authentic Mediterranean touch. The same goes for early-autumn grilling.
Marinades and sharing boards
Its character is perfect for lifting marinades for white meats or vegetables, and it adds depth to a sharing board.
For a professional experience, explore the area dedicated to restaurant owners: advice, suitable formats and personalisation to order.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between an infused olive oil and a garlic and chilli pressed oil?
A garlic and chilli pressed oil is made by milling the fresh produce together with the olives during extraction, whereas an infused oil is simply flavoured afterwards. The result is more intense and more natural with co-milling.
Can you use garlic and chilli oil for cooking?
Yes, but use it mainly as a finishing oil to keep all its aromatic freshness. For cooking, add it at the end of preparation.
How should you store your garlic and chilli olive oil?
Keep it away from light and heat, in a tightly closed bottle. Go for small formats to preserve the freshness of the taste.
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