Chili Oil Recipe
Make Chili Oil Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Optional Flavor Enhancers
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Garlic
Peel and thinly slice the garlic cloves. Set aside.
- 2
Measure the Ingredients
Gather all your ingredients and measure them out: 1 cup of vegetable oil, 1 cup of dried red chili flakes, 5 cloves of garlic, 1 tsp of salt, and any optional flavor enhancers you wish to include.
Cooking
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a small saucepan or skillet, pour in the vegetable oil and heat it over medium heat until it shimmers but does not smoke.
- 4
Add Garlic
Once the oil is hot, add the sliced garlic cloves. Stir them gently and cook until they turn golden brown, about 2-3 minutes. Be careful not to burn them.
- 5
Add Chili Flakes and Salt
After the garlic is golden, remove the saucepan from heat and immediately add the dried red chili flakes and salt. Stir to combine. The residual heat will infuse the oil with the flavors of the garlic and chili flakes.
- 6
Incorporate Optional Ingredients
If using, add sesame seeds, Szechuan peppercorns, and grated ginger to the mixture. Stir well to ensure everything is evenly distributed.
- 7
