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Chilli Oil Recipe

Published: April 25, 2025 Prep Time: About 15 minutes Cook Time: About 20 minutes Total Time: About 35 minutes Serves: 1 cup Difficulty: Easy Category: Condiment Cuisine: Chinese

Ingredients

  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup red pepper flakes
  • 2 tablespoons Sichuan peppercorns
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
  • 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
  • 1 star anise
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon sugar

Instructions

  1. In small saucepan, heat oil over medium heat
  2. Add Sichuan peppercorns, star anise, cinnamon, and bay leaf
  3. Cook for 5 minutes until fragrant
  4. Remove from heat and let cool slightly
  5. Strain oil and discard solids
  6. Return oil to pan and heat to 350°F (175°C)
  7. Pour hot oil over red pepper flakes
  8. Add sesame seeds, garlic, and ginger
  9. Stir in salt and sugar
  10. Let cool completely
  11. Store in airtight container

Special Notes

This homemade chilli oil is perfect for adding heat and flavor to dishes. The key is to use the right temperature oil to bloom the spices without burning them. The combination of Sichuan peppercorns and red pepper flakes creates complex heat. This oil can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 months. For extra flavor, you can add different spices or herbs. The oil should be completely cool before storing.

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