Sichuan Peppercorn Oil Recipe
Sichuan Peppercorn Oil is a spicy and flavorful condiment with origins in the Szechuan province of China. The oil is easy to make at home, as it requires only two ingredients.
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Servings: 3
Calories: 229kcal
Equipment
- A pan
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup peanut oil or olive oil
- 3 tsp Sichuan peppercorns
Instructions
- Toast the Szechuan peppercorns in a hot pan over medium-high heat until they become fragrant and begin to turn brown, about 1-2 minutes.
- Let them cool before grinding into a powder using a spice grinder or mortar and pestle.
- Heat your choice of oil in the same pan over medium-high heat.
- Add the ground Szechuan peppercorns to the hot oil and let them fry until they become fragrant and turn brown, about 1-2 minutes.
- Turn off the heat and let cool before using this delicious Szechuan Peppercorn Oil!
Notes
- Don’t forget to strain out any peppercorn pieces before adding the oil to your food.
- If you’re feeling adventurous, try experimenting with different spices and flavor combinations!
- Try adding 1/4 teaspoon of cumin or coriander to the oil for a subtle but delicious flavor.
- Don’t forget to taste the oil before adding it to any dishes, as the flavor may be more intense than expected!