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Homemade Chinese Chili Oil Recipe

Homemade Chinese Chili Oil

Elevate your culinary creations with this Homemade Chinese Chili Oil! This Sichuan-style condiment is perfect for those who crave a spicy, savory kick in their dishes. Drizzle it over noodles, toss it with stir-fries, or use it as a dip for dumplings—this chili oil is versatile and will impress both guests and family alike. With its rich blend of spices and oils, you can easily customize the heat level to suit your taste. Plus, it’s simple to make at home, ensuring that you’ll always have this addictive flavor enhancer on hand.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: About 40 servings (teaspoons) 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 40 grams Sichuan Chili Flakes
  • 200 ml rapeseed oil (or Chinese Caiziyou oil)
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons brown sugar
  • Fresh ginger and various spices (star anise, black cardamom, bay leaf, cinnamon)

Instructions

  1. Measure all ingredients.
  2. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine rapeseed oil with crushed garlic, ginger, star anise, black cardamom, bay leaves, and cinnamon. Heat until fragrant (5–7 minutes).
  3. Mix Sichuan chili flakes, salt, brown sugar, paprika powder, and toasted sesame seeds in a heatproof bowl.
  4. Strain the hot oil over the spice mixture and stir well. Let it cool before transferring to a jar.
  5. Allow to sit at room temperature for at least one hour before using.
  • Author: Natalia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Condiment
  • Method: Infusing
  • Cuisine: Chinese, Sichuan

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 teaspoon (5g)
  • Calories: 41 kcal
  • Sugar: 0.4g
  • Sodium: 46mg
  • Fat: 4.5g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3.9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 1g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Adjust the amount of Sichuan chili flakes based on your preferred spice level. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two months.