SICHUAN-PEPPER OIL

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We tried making this oil with Sichuan peppercorns that were not ground but found eating them whole just too numbing. Like the red-chile oil above, it's the perfect thing for adding a final blitz of flavor.

Time 30m

Yield Makes about 1/4 cup

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 teaspoons Sichuan peppercorns
1/4 cup peanut oil
an electric coffee/spice grinder

Steps:

  • Pulse peppercorns in grinder until coarsely ground.
  • Heat oil with peppercorns in a 1- to 1 1/2-quart heavy saucepan over moderate heat, swirling pan occasionally, until peppercorns turn a shade darker, about 1 minute, then transfer to a heatproof bowl and cool to room temperature. Stir before using.

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