Get ready to enjoy the tantalizing taste of this simple yet amazing Crispy Garlic Chili Oil Recipe! It's packed with amazing flavors that will elevate your dishes and surprise your taste buds with its deliciousness. With just a few ingredients, you'll be able to whip up this flavor-filled oil in no time!
To start, gather all the following ingredients you'll need. You'll need 1⁄2 cup of vegetable oil; 1 teaspoon of chili flakes (or 1 fresh chili pepper); and 6 cloves of garlic, minced or grated. For best results, you should use a high-quality vegetable oil like extra virgin olive oil. Once you’ve gathered all your ingredients, you can begin preparing this delicious Crispy Garlic Chili Oil!
Pre-heat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Slice the garlic cloves in half and spread them across an oven-safe baking tray. Drizzle the garlic with enough oil to cover it all over. Place the tray in the pre-heated oven and bake for 15 minutes, or until they’ve lightly browned on top. Take your baking tray out of the oven and set aside to cool. Pour all of the oil, along with any surface garlic bits, into a glass jar or bottle and add chili flakes, pressing them down gently into the oil. Let it sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before using it for your meal!
Heat the garlic and chili in a pan over medium heat for 5-6 minutes, or until all of the garlic cloves are lightly golden and fragrant. Keep an eye on the pan as you don’t want the garlic to burn! Then, remove from the heat and let it cool for a few minutes before pouring the oil and garlic mixture into the glass jar. Once cooled, secure the lid tightly onto your jar or bottle and store in a cool place for up to 1 month. Enjoy!
Place your garlic chili oil in the oven on a lightly greased or parchment lined baking sheet. Bake for 5 minutes, stir, and then bake for an additional 5 minutes or until it becomes fragrant and slightly crispy. This can take up to 15 minutes total depending on the size of your garlic cloves and the heat of your oven. Remove from the oven and allow to cool before adding it to your dish for a delightful crunchy kick!
Enjoy your Crispy Garlic Chili Oil in a variety of ways. With fresh vegetables, atop sandwiches and burgers, as a topping over salads and noodles, as an addition to stews and soups - the possibilities are endless! Spice up your meals with this delicious recipe today!
