Oregano Extra Virgin Olive Oil - 175 ml
Regular price$15.95
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Fresh Turkish wild oregano co-pressed with Yamalak Sarisi olives. Bold, savory, and appetite-awakening. No dried herbs or extracts.
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Good bread, good olive oil, and a pinch of salt. That is all you need, especially with this oil.
In Türkiye, wild oregano (known as dag kekigi, or mountain thyme) is one of the most essential herbs in the kitchen. Its sharp, appetite-awakening character has anchored Anatolian cooking for centuries. We co-press it fresh from local Turkish producers together with our Yamalak Sarisi olives using the Agrumato method. The oregano is not dried and sprinkled in - it is cold pressed with the olives, becoming a permanent, molecular part of the oil. The oregano's bold, savory character fuses completely with the olive oil rather than sitting on top of it. Sharp, slightly peppery, deeply herbal - but balanced by the Yamalak Sarisi olive's mild, fruity base. Bold without being aggressive. Dip crusty bread. Marinate red meats. Drizzle over a hot pizza slice. Finish a shakshuka. This is the oil for people who believe simple food done right beats complicated food every time. |
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| Tasting Notes | Bold wild oregano. Sharp, appetite-awakening bite. Slightly peppery with earthy depth. Smooth, fruity olive oil finish. |
| Best Paired With | Marinated red meats (steak, lamb, kebabs), breakfast olive and cheese platters, roasted root vegetables, bread dipping, pasta with tomato sauce, homemade pizza, grilled halloumi, roasted chicken, Mediterranean grain bowls, white bean dip, shakshuka, and charcuterie boards. |
| Culinary Tip | Mix with sea salt and crusty bread for the simplest, most satisfying Mediterranean snack. For a 30-minute marinade that tastes like it took hours: combine with lemon juice, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt. |
| Health Benefits |
Wild oregano contains carvacrol and thymol, compounds studied for immune-supporting and anti-inflammatory effects. Combined with the polyphenols and monounsaturated fats of cold pressed extra virgin olive oil, this blend delivers robust flavor and nutritional value.*
* Daily olive oil consumption should be discussed with your doctor. |