Chili Oil Food

HOW TO MAKE CHILI OIL

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.

CHILI OIL (HONG YOU)

Steps:

• Put the chili flakes into a glass preserving jar.
• Heat the oil over high heat until smoking hot.
• Remove from the heat and allow to cool for about 10 minutes to 120 - 130 degrees celcius. (I don't have a themometer, I just cool for 10 minutes).
• Pour onto the chilies, stir once or twice and leave to cool in a shady place. The oil and chilies will fizz and swirl around at first but the chilli flakes will settle as the oil cools. You can use the oil immediately, but the flavour and fragrance will improve after a couple of days.

AUTHENTIC CHILI OIL

Steps:

• Using a medium saucepan, toast the sesame seeds at medium heat for 2-3 minutes, or until they begin to turn light brown. Place in small bowl.
• Reduce the heat to low. Using the same sauce pan, add the oil and slowly bring the temperature up to about 300F.
• Add the star anise, cinnamon, bay leaf, sesame seeds and sichuan peppercorn. Do not add the green onions yet. Cook the aromatics for 30 minutes, keeping temperature consistently between 275-325F.
• When 5 minutes remain, add the green onion.
• While the aromatics cook, combine the chili flakes and salt in a heat-safe container (use ceramic if possible). Stir thoroughly.
• Remove the infused oil from heat and allow to cool for 5-10 minutes. The temperature should be around 200F.
• Strain the oil directly into the chili flakes. Discard aromatic ingredients. Stir thoroughly.
• Store in the refrigerator for up to 6 months.

5-MINUTE HOMEMADE CHILI OIL RECIPE - HOW TO MAKE CHILI OIL

Steps:

• Add oil, dried peppers and salt (if using) to a small pot and stir. Heat to medium-low heat and stir often for about 5 minutes.
• Do not allow the oil to smoke. If it smokes, remove it from the heat to reduce the temperature.
• After 5 minutes, remove from heat and cool. Pour it into a bottle or jar. You can strain it if you'd like.
• Refrigerate and use within a month.

CHINESE HOT CHILI OIL

Steps:

• Use the chili oil as desired in recipes or as a dipping sauce with dumplings and noodles.

CHILI OIL

Steps:

• Combine the oil and crushed red pepper flakes in a heavy small saucepan. Cook over low heat until a thermometer inserted into the oil registers 180 degrees F, about 5 minutes.
• Remove from heat. Cool to room temperature, about 2 hours. Transfer the oil and pepper flakes to a 4-ounce bottle. Seal the lid. Refrigerate up to 1 month.

CHILI OIL

Steps:

• Put chillies and Any other bits and bobs you have lying around- I use whole cloves of garlic, and sprigs of rosemary- in an air-tight bottle.
• Fill up the bottle to the top with olive oil.
• I use extra virgin, but it's really not necessary- it's just a taste thing.
• To give the oil a bit of a helping hand I add ground dried chillies to the oil as well- this brings the flavour on sooner.
• The oil is ready when it is hot enough for your taste.
• Usually 2-3 weeks.
• The great thing about flavoured oils like this is that if the oil gets too hot, you can just'water' it down by adding more olive oil.

HOW TO MAKE CHILE OIL

Steps:

• Gather the ingredients.
• Prepare a clean, dry glass bowl or jar and place the crushed chile peppers in it.
• In a small saucepan, heat the oil over medium heat for a few minutes, just until it begins to smoke. Remove the pan from the heat and allow the oil to cool in the pan for a minute or two. Be mindful that olive oil has a low smoking point and if heated up too much for too long, its flavor can change.
• Slowly and carefully pour the oil over the crushed chile peppers, making sure that the oil completely covers them. If necessary, use a spoon to stir so that all the chile is submerged. If using the whole chiles, add them now, and stir.
• Set the oil aside to cool for at least an hour or two.
• Once cooled, you can taste the oil. If it's to your liking, strain the oil to remove the crushed chile peppers. If you'd like more heat and flavor, cover the oil and allow it to infuse overnight or for as long as desired before straining-if choosing to do so, as the crushed chile will settle on the bottom of the jar, and you can use it along with the oil as a condiment.
• Once strained, store the oil in a clean, airtight glass container. If you used whole dried chile peppers, they can be returned to the oil to gradually intensify its color and flavor. If left unstrained, the infusion will continue to mature, and the heat factor will amplify.

CRISPY CHILI OIL-FRIED EGGS RECIPE BY TASTY

Steps:

• Make the chili oil: Add the shallot, garlic, Sichuan peppercorns, bay leaves, cinnamon sticks, and peanut oil to a small saucepan. Cook over medium-low heat until the temperature reaches 215-225°F (101-107°C). Simmer for 30 minutes, until the aromatics are golden brown, but not burnt. The oil should be gently simmering, with tiny bubbles rising to the surface. If the oil gets too hot or the aromatics start to brown too quickly, reduce the heat to low.
• Add the Sichuan red chili flakes and Chinese five-spice powder to a medium, heatproof bowl. Place a fine-mesh strainer over the bowl. Carefully pour the hot oil through the strainer over the chili flakes and discard the aromatics left behind. Stir in the salt until dissolved. Let the chili oil cool completely before transferring to an airtight container. The chili oil will keep in the refrigerator for up to 6 months.
• Make the egg skillet: In a 10-inch cast iron skillet, heat 4 tablespoons of chili oil over medium heat until sizzling. Crack the eggs into the skillet and season with kosher salt. Cook for 2-3 minutes, depending on your preferred yolk doneness. Carefully tilt the skillet to distribute the chili oil around the eggs and use a spoon to baste the eggs with the oil.
• Remove the skillet from heat and top the eggs with the dill, scallions, and flaky sea salt. Serve with toasted bread.
• Enjoy!