Moroccan Spiced Green Olives

A great addition to a buffet table or for an appetizer party. Cook time is refrigeration time.

• Ready In: 4 hrs 15 mins
• Serves: 10-12

Ingredients

• 2  teaspoons cumin seeds
• 2  teaspoons fennel seeds
• 2  teaspoons  coriander seeds
• 1⁄2 teaspoon cardamom, ground
• 1⁄8 teaspoon red pepper flakes, Crushed
• 1⁄8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1⁄8 teaspoon cinnamon
• 2  tablespoons olive oil
• 3  cups green olives, drained (pitted, unstuffed and room temperature)
• 2  tablespoons lemon juice
• 2  tablespoons  orange juice
• 5  garlic cloves, peeled and minced

Directions

1. Heat first 8 ingredients in a skillet over medium heat until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and add olives; toss to coat.
2. Stir in remaining ingredients.
3. Refrigerate in an airtight container for at least 4 hours or up to 3 weeks. The longer they marinate, the better they taste.
4. Drain and serve at room temperature.