Description
Discover how to make your own potent oregano oil at home, benefitting from its natural health properties.
Ingredients
- Fresh or dried oregano
- Carrier oil (olive oil, coconut oil, almond oil, or grapeseed oil)
- Clean glass jar
- Cheesecloth or fine-mesh strainer
- Dark glass bottle for storage
Instructions
- Harvest fresh oregano or measure dried oregano.
- Crush the oregano leaves to release the oils.
- Place the leaves in a clean glass jar.
- Add carrier oil to completely cover the oregano.
- Seal the jar and place it in a warm, sunny spot for infusion.
- Strain the oil after the infusion period through cheesecloth or a fine-mesh strainer.
- Transfer the strained oil into a dark glass bottle for storage.
Notes
Make sure all materials are sterilized to avoid contamination. Store in a cool, dark place for longevity.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 days
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Infusion
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 teaspoon
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: oregano oil, homemade remedy, natural health, infusion, herbal oil