½teaspooncrushed red pepper flakes(or more to taste)
Instructions
Put the drained mozzarella balls in a glass jar or shallow dish. Set aside.
In a liquid measuring cup, add the olive oil, parsley, garlic, and red pepper flakes. Stir together.
Pour the oil over the mozzarella and marinate, at room temperature, for 30 - 60 minutes. If marinating longer, store in the refrigerator in an airtight container.
Notes
Dried herbs work fine in this recipe. When using dried herbs, use ⅓ of the amount of fresh herbs called for in the recipe.
Store the marinated mozzarella in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days.
Olive oil solidifies when refrigerated, so before serving, allow the mozzarella to sit at room temperature for 30-60 minutes.
When the mozzarella is gone, use the remaining marinade for dressings or sauces. When you are ready to marinate more cheese, start with a fresh batch of olive oil.