๐ถ๏ธ Chinese Hot Oil (La yu) ๐ถ๏ธ
Description: Dive into the fiery world of Chinese cuisine with this homemade Chinese Hot Oil, known as La yu. It’s a zesty and spicy condiment that adds a kick to your favorite dishes. Follow this quick and easy recipe to create your own batch of tantalizing hot oil!
Recipe Category: Chinese ๐ฅข
Keywords: Asian, Low Protein, < 15 Mins, Easy ๐ฅขโฑ๏ธ๐ฅ
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 63.4
- Fat Content: 7g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.9g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 10.5mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 0.6g
- Fiber Content: 0.4g
- Sugar Content: 0.1g
- Protein Content: 0.1g
Servings: 10
Ingredients:
- 4 cups vegetable oil
- 5 tablespoons red pepper flakes
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Heat the vegetable oil in a saucepan over medium heat until it’s just hot enough so that the chili flakes sizzle like crazy when you add them. Ensure the oil is hot but not smoking, as this can cause the chili flakes to burn. ๐ฅ |
| 2 | Turn off the heat once the oil reaches the desired temperature. It’s crucial to avoid overheating the oil to preserve the flavor of the chili flakes. โจ๏ธ |
| 3 | Carefully stir the red pepper flakes into the hot oil using a wooden spoon or heat-resistant spatula. Be cautious as the oil may splatter. ๐ฅ |
| 4 | Allow the oil to cool down to room temperature. This will help infuse the oil with the flavors of the chili flakes. Letting it sit for a while allows the flavors to meld beautifully. ๐ถ๏ธ |
| 5 | Optionally, you can strain the oil through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth to remove the chili flakes, or leave them in for a more intense flavor. The choice is yours! ๐ง |
Tips:
- Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes according to your preferred level of spiciness. Feel free to add more or less to suit your taste buds. ๐ถ๏ธ
- Store the Chinese Hot Oil in a clean, airtight jar or bottle at room temperature. It will keep for several weeks, allowing you to spice up your meals whenever the craving strikes. ๐บ
- Use this flavorful oil as a dipping sauce for dumplings, drizzle it over noodles, or add a dash to stir-fries for an extra punch of heat and flavor. The possibilities are endless! ๐
Enjoy the tantalizing heat of homemade Chinese Hot Oil (La yu) and elevate your dishes to new levels of flavor! ๐ฅ๐ฅข
