Chili Oil for Shu Mai

This sweet and salty chili oil is perfect for spicy food enthusiasts.

YIELD Makes about 1/2 cup

TIME 15 minutes, plus 1 hour cooling

Chili Oil for Shu Mai photo

Why This Recipe Works

Gather Your Ingredients

Instructions

1.

Combine soy sauce, sugar, and salt in small bowl; set aside. Heat oil in small saucepan over medium heat until it is just shimmering and registers 300 degrees on an instant-read thermometer. Remove pan from heat and stir in pepper flakes, garlic, and soy sauce mixture. Let cool to room temperature, stirring occasionally, about 1 hour. Discard garlic before serving.

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