Description
Elevate your culinary creations with this homemade Garlic Chili Oil, a versatile condiment that infuses your dishes with a perfect blend of heat and flavor. This easy-to-make oil is crafted from fragrant garlic and shallots, delivering a satisfying crunch alongside its bold taste. Whether drizzled over fresh salads, tossed with pasta, or used as a dipping sauce for crusty bread, this garlic chili oil enhances everyday meals into gourmet experiences. Plus, it can be stored for weeks, making it a convenient staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup canola oil
- 1 medium shallot, finely diced
- 4 teaspoons minced garlic
- 3 tablespoons dried minced onion
- 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes, adjust to taste
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 2 teaspoons paprika
Instructions
- Heat the canola oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced shallots and minced garlic; stir well.
- Once bubbling (about 1-2 minutes), reduce heat to medium-low and cook for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- In a small bowl, combine the dried onion, red pepper flakes, salt, chili powder, and paprika.
- Strain the hot garlic mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into the bowl with the seasonings.
- Allow to cool for 20-30 minutes before mixing in the crispy shallots and garlic.
- Transfer to a clean jar and store at room temperature in a cool dark place.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg