Crispy Chili Garlic Oil

Ingredients for 1 servings:

• 60 g chili flakes, dried
• 5 garlic cloves
• 200 ml oil, neutral, e.g. sunflower oil
• 1 cardamom pod(s), optional
• 1 piece(s) ginger
• 1 tsp Szechuan pepper
• 1 cinnamon stick(s)
• 1 tsp coriander seeds

Instructions

Working time approx. 10 minutes; Cooking/baking time approx. 20 minutes; Total time approx. 30 minutes

Take a large pot and add the chili flakes and finely chopped garlic. Pour the oil into a small pot and heat gently (on an induction hob, level 6-7). Add the spices from the ingredients list to the heated oil and let it steep for about 20 minutes. The longer it steeps, the more intense the flavor will be. Always be careful not to overheat the oil. Heat the oil on high for about 20-30 seconds, then pour it directly into the large pot with the chili flakes and chopped garlic. Caution! As soon as the oil is poured into the pot with the chili flakes and garlic, it will begin to bubble slightly. Therefore, make sure the pot is large enough so there is no risk of burning. Either wait until the oil has cooled or pour the hot oil directly into resealable jars. The oil can be used for almost anything. It is perfect for pasta dishes, meat dishes, and egg dishes, for example.