If you love spicy food, Crispy Chili Garlic Oil is a must-have spice in your kitchen. This versatile oil can enhance the taste of almost all your favorite dishes, from momos and pizza to pasta and garlic bread. With its bold combination of chili flakes, garlic, and aromatic spices, this oil adds spicy flavor to a variety of foods. It’s incredibly easy to make, can be stored for months, and is a great addition to any spice lover’s pantry.
This versatile spice is very useful if you keep adding it to all the dishes. The recipe of this oil has been shared by chef Pooja Munjani on her Instagram handle. Are you excited to make it yourself? Here is the recipe for you.
How To Make Crispy Chilli Garlic Oil I Crispy Chilli Garlic Oil Recipe:
- Mix the dry ingredients: First, add the chili flakes to a bowl. Add the salt and powdered sugar and mix well so that the mixture is evenly combined.
- Sauté the spices: Heat neutral or olive oil in a deep pan. Add chopped garlic, cinnamon, black cardamom, cloves, black pepper, star anise, fresh coriander, onion, and ginger. Sauté until fragrant and lightly browned.
- Remove the spices: Carefully remove the fried spices from the oil and keep them aside.
- Fry garlic and sesame seeds: In the same oil, fry chopped garlic and sesame seeds until golden brown.
- Mix with chili flakes: Pour the hot oil over the chili flakes, salt, and sugar mixture. Stir vigorously to coat the chili flakes with the oil.
- Let cool: Let the oil cool completely before pouring it into a clean, airtight container.
Watch the full recipe video of Chilli Garlic Oil here:
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Tips for the Perfect Crispy Chili Garlic Oil:
- Choose the right chili flakes: For a milder flavor, use a mixture of dried red pepper flakes and chili powder. For a more spicy oil, choose pure chili flakes.
- Neutral oil: Using a neutral oil, such as vegetable oil or canola oil, will help prevent the oil from overpowering the flavor of the spices.
- Storage: Keep the oil in a cool, dark place. It can be stored for several months.
- Adjust the taste: If you prefer a sweeter oil, add more sugar. For a more salty taste, add a little more salt.
Once your crispy chilli garlic oil is ready, you can use it to add flavour to your favourite dishes. Sprinkle it on momos, pizza or pasta or use it as a spread for garlic bread. You can also use it as a marinade for meat or poultry. The possibilities are endless!
So why not give it a try and enjoy a hot, spicy meal?
