How to make chilli oil

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil adds flavor while canola oil is more cost-effective.

dried red chilies

🥗Healthier: cayenne pepper

💰Cheaper: crushed red pepper flakes

Cayenne offers similar heat, while crushed red pepper is often cheaper.

sesame seeds

🥗Healthier: pumpkin seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Pumpkin seeds provide a nutty flavor, while sunflower seeds are budget-friendly.

Place the pan over medium heat.

Add good quality olive oil to the pan.

Allow the oil to become hot but not bubbling; do not allow the oil to smoke.

Add the chili flakes to the pan and stir.

Leave the chili flakes in the oil for 2 to 3 minutes.

Remove from the heat and allow to cool.

Transfer the infusing oil into a jug.

Pour the oil into a sterilized airtight bottle.

Leave to infuse for a further 12 hours before using; the longer you leave it, the hotter the oil will be.

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