Five Flavor Oil

6 ingredients
3 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 1/3 cups light olive oil (or corn oil)
  • 1/2 cup toasted sesame oil
  • 4 scallions, cut into 1/2-inch rings
  • 10 slices fresh ginger, smashed (1/4-inch)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
  • 2 teaspoons szechwan pepper

Directions

  1. 1
    Combine all of the ingredients in a heavy 1 quart saucepan(NOT aluminum!). Rest a deep-fry thermometer on the rim of the pot. Over medium low heat, bring mixture to a bubbly 225*F, stirring occasionally. Set simmer for 15 minute, checking to make sure the temperature does not rise. Remove from heat and let stand until cool or overnight.
  2. 2
    Strain the oil without pressing the solieds; discard solids.
  3. 3
    Store oil in a clean glass jar at cool room temperature.

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