2Add 4 tablespoons of Sichuan Peppercorn, 25 red whole chili, and 2 tablespoons of red chili flakes to a pan. Toast for 2 to 3 minutes or until fragrant. Add the toasted chili to a heat proof bowl
3Add the 4 cups of oil, 2 bay leaves, and 3 star anise to a pot & heat the oil over medium-high heat.
4To the bowl with the toasted chili, combine 2.5 tablespoons of Korean red chili flakes, 2 tablespoons of salt, and all the minced garlic. Pour the hot oil mixture into the bowl with the other ingredients & let it sit for 20 minutes.
5Remove the bay leaf and star anise & blend until smooth. Pour the chili oil into jars.