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Marinated Olives




Source of Recipe


Source: Casual Cuisines of the World - Taverna


List of Ingredients




For the Black Olives:

1 lb brine-cured black olives, rinsed of brine

3 cloves garlic, crushed

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Olive oil


For the Green Olives:

1 lb brine-cured green olives, rinsed of brine

4 cloves garlic, crushed

2 tablespoons dried oregano

2 thin orange or lemon zest strips

Olive oil



Recipe



Select either the black or green olives to prepare, or prepare both. Combine all the ingredients in a bowl, adding olive oil as needed to cover. Toss well to combine. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 days. Bring to room temperature before serving.