Sichuan Chilli Oil (红油 Hong You) — Making the Infused Oil
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Sichuan chilli oil (红油, hong you, literally red oil) is the foundational condiment of the Sichuan kitchen — used as a cooking fat, a finishing drizzle, a sauce base, and a dipping condiment. It is made by pouring very hot oil over dried chilli flakes and aromatics, releasing fat-soluble pigments and aromatic compounds into the oil. The depth of a chilli oil is determined by the quality and variety of dried chillis used, the temperature of the oil when poured, and the aromatic additions.
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