Chili Oil

Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Fry red onion, ginger and garlic in neutral oil over low heat, in that order, until lightly golden and aromatic.
  2. 2Strain and set the crispy aromatics aside.
  3. 3Return only the oil to the pan.
  4. 4Gently infuse the oil with bay leaf, star anise and cardamom for about 5 minutes before removing the spices.
  5. 5In a heatproof bowl, combine chili flakes, a mix of white and black sesame seeds, salt, gochujang and vinegar.
  6. 6Add the fried onion, ginger and garlic to the bowl.
  7. 7Carefully pour the hot infused oil over everything.
  8. 8Mix well.
  9. 9Transfer to a glass jar.

Ingredients

  • red onion
  • ginger
  • garlic
  • neutral oil
  • bay leaf
  • star anise
  • cardamom
  • chili flakes
  • white sesame seeds
  • black sesame seeds
  • salt
  • gochujang
  • vinegar

Equipment

panheatproof bowlglass jar

Tips

  • It can last up to 1 year if kept clean and properly stored.
  • Slowly incorporate a bit of oil before dumping it all in to prevent burning.