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Homemade Chinese Chili Oil Recipe

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Elevate your culinary creations with this Homemade Chinese Chili Oil Recipe, a must-have condiment for spice lovers! This Sichuan-style chili oil combines aromatic spices and fiery chili flakes to deliver a burst of flavor, making it perfect for drizzling over noodles, enhancing stir-fries, or adding depth to marinades. Not only is it easy to prepare at home, but its customizable heat level allows you to tailor it to your taste. Whether you’re hosting a festive gathering or enjoying a casual dinner, this versatile chili oil will take your dishes from ordinary to extraordinary.

Ingredients

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  • 40 grams Sichuan Chili Flakes
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp brown sugar
  • 1–2 tbsp black rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp sweet paprika powder
  • 2–3 tsp white sesame seeds (toasted)
  • 2 tsp sesame oil
  • 200 ml rapeseed oil
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 2 pieces star anise
  • 3 tsp Sichuan pepper
  • 2 pieces black cardamom
  • 2 pieces bay leaf
  • 1 piece cinnamon stick
  • 2 nuggets fresh ginger

Instructions

  1. Gather and measure all ingredients.
  2. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine rapeseed oil, sliced garlic, star anise, Sichuan pepper, black cardamom, bay leaf, cinnamon stick, and fresh ginger. Simmer for about 10 minutes until fragrant.
  3. In a bowl, mix Sichuan chili flakes, salt, brown sugar, sweet paprika powder, toasted sesame seeds, and sesame oil. Remove the hot oil mixture from heat and pour it into the bowl while stirring continuously.
  4. Let the mixture cool completely before transferring it to a heatproof jar or container. Seal tightly and store in a cool dark place or refrigerator.

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