Homemade Crunchy Chili Oil
  1. Pour 1 quart of neutral oil into a pot along with the garlic and spices (coriander seeds, star anise, cinnamon sticks, Sichuan peppercorns).

  2. Gently simmer the oil and spices for 1-2 hours, maintaining a temperature between 230°F to 250°F.

  3. In a large metal bowl, combine 1 cup of Asian red pepper flakes (or regular red pepper flakes), ¼ cup dried onion flakes, 1.5 tsp salt, and 1 Tbsp black vinegar (or balsamic vinegar).

  4. Slowly pour the hot oil over the chili mix, making sure to cover all the ingredients.

  5. Allow the mixture to cool completely.

  6. Add 2 Tbsp sesame seeds and 1 Tbsp sesame oil to the cooled chili oil.

Course🧅Condiment

Diets🌱Vegan🌾Gluten-free...

Category🧂Condiment

CuisineAsian

Occasions👨‍🍳Cooking📆Everyday

Season🔁Year-round

DifficultyEasy ⏰ 30m

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