Hot Chili Oil Recipe
This recipe makes makes 1 cup. Just double or triple to make a larger batch.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon local garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes
- 1 cup olive oil
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine the garlic, red pepper flakes and oil.
- Heat the oil slowly until small bubbles form.
- Keep on medium heat for about 5 minutes.
- Remove from the heat and let cool.
- Store in a dark cupboard for a week or two.
Notes
Now it's "choice" time! Either strain the oil or allow the hot flakes to stay put. I tend to strain and then bottle in small jars For home use, I leave the hot pepper flakes in the oil You can also strain the garlic + chili flakes out. Label. Keep refrigerated. Use within 60 days.