Sichuan Red Chili Oil

Step 1

Place a 2 quart saucepan with oil on the stove. Add star anise

Step 2

garlic

Step 3

cardamom

Step 4

cloves

Step 5

bay leaves

Step 6

cinnamon and ginger and warm to medium heat. Stir occasionally until garlic is golden

Step 7

about 15 - 20 minutes. Transfer all ingredients to a 1 quart glass jar. Add chiles

Step 8

peppercorns

Step 9

soy sauce and salt. Let cool to room temperature. Using a slotted spoon

Step 10

remove and discard garlic and ginger. Transfer all ingredients to a glass jar. Seal jar and let sit for at least 24 hours. To use

Step 11

strain oil and discard solids.