Olives

Name: Olives (Maslinki)
Yield: Serves 4 to 6
Cuisine: Macedonian
Ingredients: 2 lb (900 g) unpitted mixed olives stored in oil, drained; 2 garlic cloves, finely minced; 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil; 2 teaspoons lemon zest; 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh dill; ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Maslinki

Preparation info

Serves
4 to 6

Difficulty
Easy

Appears in

Macedonia

By Katerina Nitsou

Published 2021

About

Olives are a popular mezze. Although they don’t commonly grow in the Macedonian region, they have become a staple in the cuisine. For guests, I love to spice up my olives right before serving them. Slightly roasting them warms the natural oils and softens their flavor.

Ingredients

2 lb (900 g) unpitted mixed olives stored in oil, drained
1 tablespoon extra-vi

Europe
Macedonia
Starter
Gluten-free
Vegan

Method

Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).

Rinse the olives under cold running water. Drain and pat them dry.

Arrange the olives on a baking sheet in a single layer and roast for