Chili Crisp Recipe (7 Minutes)

1 ¼ cups grapeseed oil (or avocado oil or vegetable oil)

½ cup thinly sliced shallots

8 large cloves garlic (thinly sliced)

1 cinnamon stick

1 tablespoon maple syrup

1 tablespoon tamari (or soy sauce)

2 teaspoons grated or minced fresh ginger

1 cup crushed red pepper ((red chili flakes))

½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)

Cook garlic and shallots: Option 1 Microwave: Place the shallots, garlic, and oil in a microwave safe dish. Cook in the microwave uncovered for about 7 minutes, or until the shallots and garlic are golden brown and crispy. Continue cooking in 30 second intervals as needed. Set aside to cool for 1 minute. Option 2 Stovetop: Place the shallots, garlic, and oil in a small saucepan and bring the oil to a simmer. Cook over medium-low heat or at a gentle simmer for about 25 minutes, or until the garlic and shallots are golden brown and crispy. Set aside to cool for 1 minute.
Add the cinnamon stick, maple syrup, tamari, ginger, crushed red pepper, and salt. Mix well to combine.

Course🧅Condiment

Diets🌱Vegan🌾Gluten-free...

Category🧂Condiment

CuisineAsian

Occasions📆Everyday🌿Garnish

Season🔁Year-round

DifficultyEasy ⏰ 7m