The dill harvest was plentiful. Now the question arises as to how best to preserve the herb. In addition to freezing and drying, you can also put them in oil. The result is an aromatic herbal oil that can refine many dishes.
How to properly preserve dill in oil?
For preservation in oil, the dill iscleanedand placed in a previously sterilizedglass jar. Dill flowers can be used whole, while the herb should be chopped into small pieces. The dill is now completely covered withoil and left to steep.
Which oil goes well with dill?
A nativeolive oilis ideal for preserving dill. Also recommended are taste-neutral oils such asrapeseed oilandsunflower oil. If you like it a little nuttier, you can put dill inWalnut oil.
Which parts of dill plant are suitable for oil?
From dill you can use both theflower umbelsas well as theseedsand theherb for pickling be used in oil. The seeds should be lightly crushed and the herb chopped into small pieces, while the flower umbels can be inserted whole.
Which other herbs are suitable for preserving with dill?
Dill can be preserved in oil together with other herbs thattastefulharmonize with it. These include rosemary, tarragon, chives, thyme, marjoram, savory and parsley. These herbs are also generally suitable for preserving in oil.
What can dill oil be used for?
The dill-tasting oil can be used forDressings,Sauces,Marinadesand forDunking of bread can be used. The following applies: the more dill was added, the more intense the taste of the oil.
How is dill prepared in oil?
First the dill iscleanedand if necessarydrydabbed. A suitablevesselsuch as an brown glass bottle or a preserving jar is then sterilized. Dill flowers can be added directly to the jar. The herb should be chopped into small pieces beforehand. Put the dill in the jar andfillwithoil. The dill should be completely covered in oil. If you like, you can add other herbs, chili, pepper or bay leaves.
What should be done after planting the dill?
After being put in oil, the dill needs tosoakfor two to three weeks. It is thenstrained for example through a sieve or a coffee filter.
How long does the oil with the dill last?
The dill oil has a shelf life ofat least three months. However, it is important to store the herbal oil cool, protected from light, closed and dark. A place in the fridge is ideal.
Tip
Do not use wet, diseased or old dill
For pickling in oil, the dill should be dry and not wet. It is also important that there are no diseased or old areas. These must be removed otherwise they increase the risk of mold.
