Homemade Chinese Chilli Crisp Chilli Oil Recipe | Verna Gao

Ingredients

• 400ml neutral cooking oil, such a rapeseed oil (high smoke point is crucial)
• 2 shallots, thinly sliced
• 10 cloves of garlic, thinly sliced
• 40g Chinese dried chillies flakes- These add fragrance and colour, not overwhelming heat.
• 15g medium chilli dlakes - adjust according to your spice preference.
• 15g Korean Gochugaru (or substitute with additional medium chilli flakes) - This adds a smoky note.
• 3cm piece of ginger, thinly sliced
• 2 whole pieces of star anise
• 1 tbsp Sichuan peppercorns
• 1 Cassia cinnamon Stick
• 3 tsp granulated sugar
• 2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp MSG (optional) - contributes to a deeper savoury taste.
• 1 tbsp Chinese black vinegar (optional) - adds a complex tang.
• 50g roasted peanuts (roughly chopped)
• 2 tbsp white sesame seeds