Garlic Chilli Oil Sauce (Printable)

Aromatic garlic and chili infused oil with fresh herbs, perfect for enhancing various dishes.

# What you'll need:

→ Aromatics

01 - 6 large cloves garlic, finely minced
02 - 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, finely grated

→ Chili & Spices

03 - 2 tablespoons crushed red chili flakes
04 - 1 teaspoon Sichuan peppercorns, optional

→ Herbs

05 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, finely chopped

→ Oil Base

06 - 1 cup neutral oil such as grapeseed, canola, or peanut oil

→ Seasonings

07 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce, gluten-free tamari if needed
08 - 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
09 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil
10 - ½ teaspoon sugar
11 - ½ teaspoon salt

# Method:

01 - In a heatproof bowl, combine minced garlic, ginger, chili flakes, Sichuan peppercorns, and cilantro.
02 - In a small saucepan over medium heat, warm the neutral oil until it shimmers but does not smoke, reaching approximately 350°F. Test readiness by dropping in a piece of garlic—it should sizzle immediately.
03 - Carefully pour the hot oil over the aromatics in the bowl. The mixture will bubble and release fragrant aromas. Allow to cool for 2-3 minutes.
04 - Stir in soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, and salt until thoroughly combined.
05 - Allow the sauce to cool to room temperature. Transfer to a clean glass jar where flavors will deepen over several hours.
06 - Use as a dipping sauce for dumplings, noodles, grilled meats, or bread.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and Easy: Ready in just 20 minutes with minimal effort.
  • Customizable Heat: Easily adjust the chili flakes or Sichuan peppercorns to suit your spice tolerance.
  • Diet-Friendly: Naturally vegan and easily made gluten-free with tamari.
02 -
  • Storage: Keeps refrigerated in a sealed jar for up to 2 weeks.
  • Oil Choice: Always use a neutral oil with a high smoke point, like grapeseed or peanut oil, to avoid adding unwanted flavors.
  • Heat Safety: Use a heatproof bowl (like glass or ceramic) to prevent cracking when pouring the hot oil.
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