Garlic Chili Oil

Ingredients

• 1 1/4 cups oil ((any neutral oil like grapeseed, canola, avocado, soybean, and peanut))
• 1/2 cup garlic (minced (about 16 cloves))
• 1/4 cup Chinese chili pepper flakes
• 1/4 cup Chinese chili pepper powder (or more pepper flakes)
• 1 tablespoon Chinese black vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon fine salt
• 1/4 teaspoon granulated sugar

Instructions

1. 1

   In a medium sauce pan, heat the oil to 250°F and maintain the heat between 240°F and 260°F.

2. 2

   Once the oil is at the right temperature, add the minced garlic and let it cook for about 5 to 10 minutes, or until the most of the garlic becomes lightly browned. Stir frequently, especially the bottom of the saucepan.

3. 3

   Keeping the oil around 250°F, add the pepper flakes and the ground pepper powder. Continuously stir and cook the pepper for about 30 seconds.

4. 4

   Take the saucepan off of the heat and add the black vinegar, salt, and sugar. Stir to combine.*When the vinegar is added, the oil will sizzle and bubble profusely. Please be careful!*

5. 5

   Carefully transfer the garlic chili oil into a sterilized jar and let it cool completely before covering. Store in a cool, dry place and use as needed.*If you prefer, let the chili oil cool before transferring.*