PILI PILI (SPICY HERB OIL)

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This spicy oil with an African name is popular throughout Provence. It's usually on the table in pizzerias for drizzling, but it's also terrific drizzled over vegetables, grilled meats or fish, grains and bread - whatever you want to add a kick to. In France it is made with very hot bird chilies. You could use fresh Thai chilies for this, but I'm using dried chiles de arbol, because that's what I have on hand and it makes an oil that will last for months.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     condiments

Time 15m

Yield 1 to 1.25 cups oil

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 bay leaves, crumbled
1 teaspoon fennel seeds (optional)
4 sprigs fresh thyme
2 sprigs fresh rosemary (optional)
12 whole small dried red chili peppers or Japanese chilies, or about 8 chiles de arbol, broken in half, or 2 teaspoons red pepper flakes
1 to 1 1/4 cups olive oil (does not need to be extra virgin), or a combination of olive oil and grapeseed oil, as needed

Steps:

  • Place the herbs, chiles and oil in a medium saucepan and heat slowly over low heat until they begin to sizzle. If you insert a thermometer, the temperature should not go above 220ºF. Turn off the heat and wait for the oil to stop sizzling, then cover and allow to cool.
  • Transfer the herbs and chiles to a clean, sterilized bottle (you may need to use a funnel to do this neatly). Pour on the olive oil. Close tightly and allow to stand in a dark, cool place for a week to mature.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 1060, UnsaturatedFat 91 grams, Carbohydrate 23 grams, Fat 109 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 15 grams, Sodium 25 milligrams, Sugar 13 grams

MD MESHKAT HOSSAIN
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I've tried a lot of different spicy herb oils, but this one is by far the best. It's so flavorful and it has just the right amount of heat.


Adam Zuniga
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This is the best spicy herb oil I've ever tasted. It's the perfect addition to my favorite recipes.


Blaise Zor
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I'm not sure what I was expecting, but this oil is amazing! It's so flavorful and versatile.


Norly Casilao
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This oil is a great way to add flavor to your favorite dishes without adding a lot of calories.


Aggrey Nyongesa
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I made this oil a few weeks ago and I've been using it on everything. It's so good!


Aqib Siraj
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I've been looking for a good spicy herb oil recipe for a while and this one is perfect. It's easy to make and it tastes amazing.


Matthew Woodall
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I love using this oil in marinades. It infuses the meat with so much flavor.


Kidi Garas
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This is the perfect oil for grilled meats and vegetables. It adds a delicious flavor and a nice crispy crust.


Antoinette Allen
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I'm not usually a fan of spicy food, but this oil is surprisingly mild. It has a nice warmth without being overpowering.


malik Mohsim
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This is my new favorite way to use fresh herbs. It's so easy to make and it keeps for weeks in the refrigerator. I love using it to add a pop of flavor to my meals.


Rabby Mirdha
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I love the combination of herbs and spices in this oil. It's got a nice kick of heat, but it's not too overpowering. It's perfect for adding a little extra flavor to your favorite dishes.


nakafeero ruth
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This spicy herb oil is incredible! It's so flavorful and versatile. I've been using it on everything from grilled chicken to roasted vegetables. It's also great for making a quick and easy salad dressing.