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Oriental Chili Oil

Fiery Hot Oil that packs a hefty punch and lifts any Stirfry, Soup, Noodle or Rice dish to a whole new level! Simple to make, yet so profound in its impact, this will quickly become a favorite pantry staple!
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Method:
Heat 1 1/2 cup cooking oil till hot, but not boiling.

Meanwhile dry roast 3/4 cup, or more if you like 😉 whole red chillies till aromatic. Take care not to burn or they will turn bitter.

Coarsely pound or process the chillies.


Do not process them too fine!

Transfer chillies to a glass bottle. Pour hot oil on the pounded chillies.

Allow to cool.

Close lid and allow the chillies to infuse into the oil for atleast a couple of weeks.
Use as a flavorful enhancer for Oriental soups, stirfrys, rice or noodles!

You can use this oil to make…
Chili Garlic Noodles

Kung Pao Chicken

Kung Pao Paneer/Tofu

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