Homemade Chili Oil Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 cup neutral oil (vegetable or canola)
• 1/4 cup red pepper flakes
• 2 tablespoons Sichuan peppercorns
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
• 2 star anise
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar

Instructions

1. In a small saucepan, heat oil over medium heat.
2. Add Sichuan peppercorns, star anise, and cinnamon stick.
3. Cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
4. Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes.
5. In a heatproof bowl, combine red pepper flakes, garlic, ginger, sesame seeds, salt, and sugar.
6. Carefully pour hot oil over the mixture.
7. Stir well to combine.
8. Let cool completely before storing.
9. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.
10. Use as a condiment or cooking ingredient.