Name: Chilli oil
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Ingredients: 3 birdseye chillies; 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil; 1/2 teaspoon whole black peppercorns; 2 sprigs thyme; 1 small strip lemon peel

Ingredients

3 birdseye chillies

1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil

1/2 teaspoon whole black peppercorns

2 sprigs thyme

1 small strip lemon peel

Method

1.Using a small knife, cut a 1cm-long slit in the side of each chilli.

2.Place chillies, oil, peppercorns, thyme and peel in a small saucepan over medium heat. Heat 4-5 minutes, until fragrant.

3.Allow to cool slightly. Transfer to a heatproof jar. Serve or store.

Use oil to add flavour to pasta, stir-fries, dressings or marinades.
Note

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