Homemade Chili Oil
Transform your dishes with this bold and aromatic Homemade Chili Oil, a must-have condiment for lovers of spicy and flavorful foods. This easy recipe combines fragrant spices like Sichuan peppercorns, star anise, and cinnamon with the heat of dried red chili flakes to create a vibrant, infused oil that packs both heat and complexity. Infused with warming notes of garlic, ginger, and whole spices, this chili oil is perfect for drizzling over noodles, dumplings, stir-fries, or even soups. In just 30 minutes of prep and cook time, you’ll have an irresistible, restaurant-quality chili oil that can be stored for weeks, allowing its flavors to deepen over time. Make this essential kitchen staple to add a fiery kick and a savory depth of flavor to your favorite dishes!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup dried red chili flakes
- 1 tablespoon Sichuan peppercorns
- 3 pieces star anise
- 1 piece cinnamon stick
- 1 piece bay leaf
- 1 inch, sliced ginger
- 4 cloves, smashed garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
Directions
Step 1
Place the chili flakes in a heatproof bowl and add the salt and sugar. Set aside.
Step 2
In a small saucepan, combine the vegetable oil, Sichuan peppercorns, star anise, cinnamon stick, bay leaf, ginger slices, and garlic cloves.
Step 3
Heat the oil mixture over medium-low heat. Allow it to cook gently for about 15-20 minutes. You should see gentle bubbles around the spices, but avoid allowing it to smoke.
Step 4
Stir occasionally and make sure the garlic and ginger do not burn. Adjust the heat as needed.
Step 5
Once infused, remove the oil from the heat and let it cool slightly for about 5 minutes.
Step 6
Carefully strain the hot oil over the chili flakes using a fine sieve. Discard the solid spices.
Step 7
Stir the chili mixture well to combine. You should see the chili flakes releasing their color into the oil, creating a vibrant red hue.
Step 8
Allow the chili oil to cool to room temperature, then transfer it into a clean, airtight jar.
Step 9
Store in a cool, dark place for up to one month. The flavor will develop further as it sits.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 519 grams (519.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3333 |
| Total Fat 283.30g | 363% |
| Saturated Fat 53.70g | 269% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 134.40g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2604mg | 113% |
| Total Carbohydrate 283.10g | 103% |
| Dietary Fiber 195.40g | 698% |
| Total Sugars 122.80g | |
| Protein 51.70g | 103% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 641mg | 49% |
| Iron 55mg | 303% |
| Potassium 5802mg | 123% |
Source of Calories