Best 3 Marinated Black Olives Recipes

Embark on a culinary journey to savor the delectable flavors of marinated black olives, a delightful appetizer or snack that tantalizes the taste buds. These gems, bursting with a symphony of savory, salty, and tangy notes, are incredibly versatile and can be enjoyed in a myriad of ways. Whether you prefer them as a standalone treat, incorporated into salads, or as a vibrant garnish, marinated black olives add a touch of sophistication to any occasion. This article presents a diverse collection of recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic Mediterranean delicacy. From the traditional Greek marinade, infused with aromatic herbs and spices, to the piquant charm of Moroccan preserved olives, these recipes cater to every palate. Discover the secrets to creating perfectly marinated black olives at home, transforming ordinary ingredients into extraordinary culinary treasures.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

MARINATED BLACK OLIVES (TAPAS)

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Recipe from Ryland, Peters, and Small's Tapas Cookbook. These olives need to marinate at room temperature for 2 weeks prior to serving, so plan ahead. They make a wonderful appetizer for any party and are perfect gifts around the holidays (put them in pretty square glass jars that you find at craft stores)!

Provided by januarybride

Categories Spanish

Time 5m

Yield 1 lb olives, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 lb black Spanish olives, drained with brine reserved
4 garlic cloves, sliced
2 dried red chilies
8 black peppercorns
1 slice lemon
4 sprigs parsley
4 fresh bay leaves
1 pinch salt
1 1/4 cups red wine vinegar

Steps:

Place the olives in a bowl.
Mix in the garlic, chiles, pepper, lemon, parsley, bay leaves and salt; transfer to a jar into which they just fit (and that had a lid which tightly closes).
Pour over the vinegar and the reserved brine to cover olives.
Shake well and let marinate at room temperature for 2 weeks.

MARINATED BLACK OLIVES

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Use Kalamata or Provencal olives. If you can't find hot paprika, substitute sweet Hungarian paprika, plus a pinch of cayenne.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Yield Makes 1 pound

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 pound oil-cured black olives
5 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed
3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/3 cup red-wine vinegar
2 tablespoons hot paprika
2 sprigs fresh rosemary
2 sprigs fresh thyme
2 sprigs fresh oregano

Steps:

In a resealable container, mix together all ingredients. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator overnight or up to 1 week. Serve at room temperature.

SPICY MARINATED BLACK OLIVES

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ZWT7, Italy. Marinated to piquant perfection, these olives are far from ordinary. To fully develop the flavor of garlic in the recipe, it is best to allow the olives to marinate for at least several days before serving. Olives spiced with chillies make a delicious mezze dish in Syria, Lebanon, Jordan & Turkey. They are often served with cubes of firm salted white cheese that is either drizzled with olive oil or fried such as, Recipe #120978. Haloom cheese is particularly good for this. From http://www.spain-recipes.com.

Provided by UmmBinat

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time P2DT10m

Yield 1 cup, 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 cup black olives
2 dried red chilies
12 garlic cloves, minced
red wine vinegar, as required
1 dash lemon juice
1 teaspoon dried thyme (used in the Middle Eastern variation)

Steps:

Lightly crush the olives, without breaking them, and pour into a glass jar with a lid, discarding any oil produced. Add the dried chilies, garlic, and dried thyme if using lightly shaking the jar to ensure equal distribution. Pour in enough red wine vinegar so that the jar's contents are entirely submerged.
Add a dash of lemon juice, seal the jar, and store at room temperature for several days, shaking the jar occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 124.1, Fat 7.5, SaturatedFat 1, Sodium 501.4, Carbohydrate 14.6, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 2.6, Protein 2.6

Tips:

Choose the right olives. The best olives for marinating are firm and have a deep, rich flavor. Look for olives that are free of blemishes and bruises.
Make a flavorful marinade. The marinade is what will give your olives their unique flavor. Use a combination of herbs, spices, and oil to create a marinade that suits your taste.
Let the olives marinate for at least 24 hours. The longer the olives marinate, the more flavor they will absorb. If you're short on time, you can marinate the olives for as little as 12 hours, but the flavor will be less intense.
Store the olives properly. Once the olives are marinated, they can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Be sure to keep the olives covered in the marinade to prevent them from drying out.

Conclusion:

Marinated black olives are a delicious and versatile appetizer or snack. They can be served on their own, or used to add flavor to salads, sandwiches, and pizzas. With so many different marinade recipes to choose from, you're sure to find one that you love. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting way to enjoy olives, try marinating them. You won't be disappointed.