Garlic Chili Oil
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- Serves: 1 Cup
- Prep Time: 5 MIN
- Cooking Time: 5 MIN
- Calories:
- Skill Level: 8
Garlic chili oil is a bold and aromatic condiment made by infusing hot oil with garlic and chili flakes. It delivers a perfect balance of heat, flavor, and richness that enhances a wide variety of dishes. This easy homemade version creates crispy garlic pieces and a deeply infused oil that can be used as a topping, dip, or cooking ingredient. It’s especially popular in Asian cuisine and adds instant flavor to noodles, dumplings, and rice dishes.
Ingredients | Diet
- ½ cup oil (vegetable, canola, or neutral oil)
- 4–5 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Servings: ~1 cup
- Course: Sauce / Condiment
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Recipe Summary
Cooking Method
- Heat oil in a pan until hot but not smoking.
- Place garlic, chili flakes, sesame seeds, and salt in a heatproof bowl.
- Carefully pour the hot oil over the mixture.
- Stir gently and let it cool completely.
- Transfer to a jar and store.
- Do not overheat oil to avoid burning garlic
- Use finely chopped garlic for better texture
- Let oil cool fully before storing
- Add soy sauce for extra depth
- Add sugar for a slight sweetness
- Use Sichuan peppercorns for numbing spice
- Add ginger for additional flavor
- Noodles
- Dumplings
- Rice dishes
- Stir-fries
- Eggs
Instructions
Cooking Tips
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What to Serve with Garlic Chili Oil
Storage
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week, or refrigerate for longer shelf life.
Reheating
Not required. Use as is.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use olive oil?
Better to use neutral oil for authentic flavor.
How spicy is chili oil?
Adjust chili flakes to control heat.
Can I make it less spicy?
Yes, reduce chili flakes.
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