Homemade chilli oil
Prep time less than 30 mins
Cook time less than 30 mins
Makes 450ml/17fl oz chilli oil
Dietary Vegetarian
Chilli oil is perfect to give as a homemade edible present for use in salad dressings, stir-fries or on pizzas. Make in small amounts, though, as it doesn't keep for long!
Method
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Gently warm the olive oil in a saucepan. Add the chilli flakes and whole chillies to the oil and heat for 3-4 minutes. Remove from the heat and leave the oil to cool slightly.
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When the oil has cooled, carefully strain it into a sterilised, sealable glass bottle using a funnel. Add dried chillies from the pan and seal the bottle.
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Keep the bottle in the refrigerator and use within one week.
Ingredients
- 450ml/17fl oz olive oil (not virgin)
- 20g/¾oz dried red chilli flakes
- 3-4 whole dried red chillies
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