HOW TO MAKE CHILI OIL
Want to know how to make chili oil at home? Check out this easy, flavorful spicy chili oil recipe, great for rice, noodles, dumplings, and other recipes!
Provided by Kaitlin
Categories Condiments
Time 1h15m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Gather all the aromatics you plan to use. Place oil and selected aromatics into a pot with at least two inches of clearance between the oil and the rim of the pot. If using minimum aromatics, 1 ½ cups of oil should do it. If using all the aromatics, you can add up to 3 cups of oil.
- Set it over medium heat to start, then progressively lower it to medium low or low heat as the oil comes to temperature. The oil should be at about 225-250° F / 110-120° C and causing small bubbles to slowly rise from the aromatics. If you notice the spices sizzling more vigorously than that or turning dark too quickly, reduce the heat to cool it down. If you are not achieving small bubbles, slowly increase the heat. Hovering around 200-225° F is the safest way to prevent burning. Infuse the aromatics this way for a minimum of 30 minutes, or up to 1 hour for best results.
- While the oil is infusing, prepare your Sichuan chili flakes by placing them in a heatproof bowl. If you used 1½ cups of oil, ¾ cup of chili flakes is best. For 3 cups of oil, use 1¼ cups of chili flakes. You can experiment within this range (if you like more oil and fewer flakes, for instance).
- Generally, the oil should be between 225-250° F (110-120° C) when pouring over the chili flakes. If you like a darker color, opt for 250-275° F/135° C. If your chili flakes are already super roasted, you may want to be closer to 225° F/110° C. When in doubt, test the oil on a small bowl of chili flakes before you do the rest. Carefully pour the hot oil through a strainer onto the chili flakes. Stir to evenly distribute the heat of the oil. You'll know you've gotten it right when you smell a "popcorn"-like smell that is not at all burnt-smelling.
- Stir in the salt, and allow the chili oil to cool. Store in airtight containers in the refrigerator. Always use a clean utensil when handling to prevent spoilage. It can last for up to 6 months if handled in this way.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 92 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 129 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving
SICHUAN CHILE OIL
Spicy chile crisp is a versatile condiment. Use it on noodles, over stir-fries, on eggs, with cold leftover meats, or in cold salads. (It's especially good paired with yogurt and crisp, refreshing vegetables like cucumbers or raw snap peas.)
Provided by J. Kenji López-Alt
Categories easy, condiments, sauces and gravies
Time 15m
Yield About 1 1/4 cups chile oil
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Using a pair of kitchen shears, cut all of the chiles into 1/2-inch pieces. Toast chiles in a dry wok or saucepan over medium heat, stirring and shaking constantly, until fragrant and lightly darkened in color, about 2 minutes.
- Transfer toasted chiles to the bowl of a food processor or mortar and pestle, and pulse or pound until the chiles break into 1/8- to 1/4-inch pieces that resemble store-bought red-pepper flakes or flaky sea salt. (Be careful not to overprocess.) Transfer the chile flakes to a heat-proof mixing bowl.
- Combine oil, garlic, ginger, Sichuan peppercorns, star anise, cumin and fennel seeds in a small saucepan. Heat over low heat until gently bubbling, then cook for 10 minutes, adjusting heat to maintain the barest of bubbling.
- Set a fine-mesh strainer over the bowl with the chiles. Pour the hot oil through strainer over the chiles. Discard solids. Stir sugar, sesame seeds, salt and MSG, if using, into oil mixture until combined. Allow to cool, transfer to a sealed container, and let rest at room temperature overnight before using. You can store chile oil in a cool, dark pantry for a few weeks, or indefinitely in the refrigerator.
SZECHUAN CHILI OIL
This recipe yields a large amount and will keep in the refrigerator for up to a month. Use in stir-fries, noodle soups, or anywhere you need an added hit of flavor and heat.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Gluten-Free Recipes
Time 20m
Yield Makes 1 cup
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place red-pepper flakes in a small heat-resistant bowl or pint-size jar. In a small saucepan fitted with a candy thermometer, combine peppercorns, cinnamon, star anise, and oil over medium-low heat. Heat mixture until it registers 325 degrees on the thermometer, 10 to 12 minutes. Turn off heat and let steep 8 to 10 minutes until temperature reaches about 240 degrees. Pour through a strainer into bowl or jar with pepper flakes and let cool completely. Transfer to an airtight container or seal lid if using a jar. The chili oil can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 weeks.
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