Sichuan Ginger Oil
This oil adds a lot of flavor to any dish and especially oriental fare, but don’t limit its use. It’s also great on a simple salad of mixed greens and bean sprouts. Note: This recipe requires advance preparation.
Course
Condiment
Cuisine
Asian
Heat Scale
Mild
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Cooking with Chiles
Servings
2
cups
Servings
2
cups
Ingredients
2
cups
vegetable oil, peanut preferred
1
2" piece
fresh ginger, sliced
1
3" stick
cinnamon
4
each
small dried red chiles, such as piquin, Thai, or cayenne
1
tsp
lightly crushed Sichuan peppercorns
Instructions
Heat the oil to 350 degree in a saucepan. Remove from the heat, add the remaining ingredients, and let the oil cool.
Cover the pan and let stand for 12 to 24 hours (the longer it steeps, the hotter the oil). Strain the oil and pour in clean, sterilized jars.