First, gather up the following ingredients:
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– 1 cup (16 tablespoons) canola oil*
– 1 tablespoon fenugreek seeds
– 3 tablespoons garlic, finely chopped
– 3 tablespoons ginger, finely chopped
– 3 tablespoons crushed red pepper
– 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
– 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
– Dash of salt (optional)
*Because you are heating the oil at such a high temperature, you can use oils like corn, canola, or peanut. Those are also neutral oils, meaning they don’t give off strong flavors.
Prepare Your Chili Flakes and Spices. In a heat-proof bowl, add the chili flakes and your additional spices. Mix well.
A mix of chili flakes and seasonings for making homemade chili oil
Heat the Oil. In a small pot, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Do not let it smoke. If it starts smoking, pull it off the heat to lower the temperature.
Mix the Hot Oil, Chili Flakes, and Spices. Carefully pour the hot oil over the chili flakes. It will sizzle up nicely. Mix well. Cool and strain if desired.
This chili oil is incredibly versatile and can be used with various dishes, including steamed white rice, momo dumplings, noodles, pasta, and soup. It’s especially delicious when paired with rotisserie chicken. Trust me, give it a try—you will LOVE it!!
The photo features ramen noodles with shrimp and our homemade chili oil dish.
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