@tomsculinaryjourney: Italy Has Chili Oil Too. China's Version Made Me Question Everything🌶️ 🧾 Ingredients (spice infusion) * Sichuan peppercorns: 5g * Fennel seeds: 5g * Cinnamon bark: 1 piece * Bay leaves: 4 leaves * Star anise: 3 pieces * Neutral oil: 250–300ml * Onion, ginger, coriander root + leaves 🌶️ Chili mixture * Chili flakes: 40g * Chili powder: 40g * White sesame seeds: 50g * Salt: 20g (divided — see method) * Baijiu: a splash (added at the end) * Rice vinegar: to taste 🍳 Method * Rinse the spices and aromatics quickly in warm water. * Add onion, ginger, coriander, spices, and oil to a pot. Infuse over low heat until fragrant. * Let the oil rest for 10–15 minutes, then strain out all solids. * Mix chili flakes, chili powder, sesame seeds, and half the salt in a bowl. * Reheat the oil until very hot, pour over the chili mixture while stirring, then finish with the remaining salt, rice vinegar, and baijiu. #ChineseCuisine #SpicyFood #ChiliOil

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