Dessert

Bread Dipping Oil Recipe | Restaurant-Style Recipe

ByMariam Harutyunyan January 19, 2026January 19, 2026

Introduction

This bread dipping oil offers a flavorful, restaurant-style experience at home. Infused with a blend of herbs, spices, and fresh garlic, it’s perfect for dipping crusty bread or drizzling over salads and grilled veggies.

The image shows a white small oval dish filled with yellow olive oil on the bottom layer, covered with a thick layer of green mixed dried herbs, giving a textured and speckled look on the top. Next to the dish, there are two pieces of torn soft bread with a golden brown crust and fluffy white inside, placed on a wooden board with a few crumbs scattered around. The whole scene is set on a white marbled surface for a clean and simple backdrop. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 tablespoon (2-3 large cloves) minced fresh garlic
1 tablespoon dried oregano

1 tablespoon dried basil
1 tablespoon dried parsley

2 teaspoons onion powder
2 teaspoons freshly cracked black pepper

2 teaspoons red pepper flakes
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon dried thyme

1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Extra virgin olive oil

Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: In a small bowl, mix together all the dried herbs and spices except for the olive oil, fresh garlic, and Parmesan cheese.
Step 2: When ready to serve, combine 1 tablespoon of the herb and spice mixture with about 1/2 cup of extra virgin olive oil. Stir well to blend.

Step 3: If desired, add 1 tablespoon of freshly grated Parmesan cheese and the minced fresh garlic, then stir again.
Step 4: Serve immediately with crusty bread for dipping or use as a flavorful drizzle.

Tips & Variations

For best flavor, always use fresh garlic instead of jarred minced garlic. It makes a big difference in taste and aroma.

You can omit the Parmesan cheese for a dairy-free version or add more red pepper flakes for extra heat.
If you prefer a smoother dip, let the mixture sit for 10-15 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.

Storage

Store any leftover herb and spice mixture without fresh garlic in an airtight container in your pantry for up to 6 months. Once fresh garlic is added, keep the mixture refrigerated and use within one week. The prepared dipping oil can be refrigerated but may solidify; let it come to room temperature and stir before serving.

How to Serve

A round wooden cutting board holds a piece of light brown bread torn into three parts, showing its soft white inside texture. Next to the bread, there is a white oval dish filled with golden olive oil mixed with green and brown dried herbs. The background is a white marbled surface with a white cloth that has thin black stripes partially visible behind the board. The scene is simple and bright, highlighting the contrast between the bread, oil, and the wooden board. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use jarred minced garlic instead of fresh?

It’s best to use fresh garlic for the brightest flavor and aroma. Jarred garlic tends to have a muted taste and may affect the overall quality of the dipping oil.