Description
Learn how to make a flavorful, salt-free chili garlic oil at home with this easy recipe. Perfect for adding a spicy kick to your favorite dishes!
Ingredients
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For the Chili Garlic Oil:
- 1 cup neutral oil (such as avocado or vegetable oil)
- 1/4 cup dried chili flakes
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon onion flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the Oil: In a small saucepan, heat the oil over medium-low heat until shimmering but not smoking.
- Cook Garlic and Onion: Add minced garlic and onion flakes, cook gently until golden brown and fragrant, about 4-5 minutes.
- Add Spices: Remove from heat, stir in chili flakes, smoked paprika, and ground ginger if using. Let cool completely to infuse flavors.
- Store: Transfer to a clean jar, refrigerate for up to 3 weeks.
Notes
- Use clean, dry utensils each time to preserve freshness.
- This salt-free version is perfect for low-sodium diets—add salt separately if desired.
- Drizzle over noodles, vegetables, rice bowls, or eggs for a flavorful kick.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
