Homemade Chili Oil

This chili oil is perfect to add a bit of spice to any dish. We love to add it to chili and other things, but our favorite is to add it to wonton soup.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 97 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 pound dried chile de arbol peppers, stemmed
• 4 cups grapeseed oil

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Inspect twelve 4-ounce jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water for 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from water and dry thoroughly. Wash 12 new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.

Step 2

Pulse peppers in a food processor until chopped into small pieces.

Step 3

Fill each jar 3/4 full with chopped peppers, then fill with grapeseed oil to about 1/4 inch below the rim. Stir contents of each jar carefully. Top with lids and screw rings on tightly.

Step 4

Let sit for at least 8 hours before using.

Step 5

Shake each jar before opening to use.