Paprika Oil Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp powdered paprika
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/8 tsp salt
- Dash of ground cayenne, or to taste
- 1 cup coconut oil
Instructions
- Mix the herbs and coconut oil in a sterilized jar. Depending on the temperature of your home, you might need to gently heat the coconut oil until it is liquid (76°F) so you can mix the herbs in easily.
- Let the herbs infuse in the oil for 4 weeks. Shake the jar occasionally. If the coconut oil solidifies, stir the mixture instead of shaking the jar.
- When making oil with dried herbs, it is not necessary to strain the herbs from the oil.
- Once you’ve used all of the oil, use the remaining herbs in a marinade.
Notes
I generally like to use my herb-infused oils within one year. Remember that exposure to light, excess heat, moisture, and fluctuating temperatures cause the oil to break down faster. You can refrigerate all or a portion of your herbal oil to help preserve its shelf life.