Hot pepper oil
3 servings
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient | |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | ounces | Dried red chiles (about 2 cups) |
| 4 | eaches | Imported bay leaves (actually, 4 to 6 leaves) |
| Mild olive oil [use extra-virgin] | ||
Directions
Drop the chiles 1 at a time alternately with the bay leaves into a clean dry bottle. Fill the bottle with oil and cork or cap securely.
Prepare oil early as the flavors take at least a month to develop.
Oil will keep at room temperature for about 3 months. Store in a cool dark place. Source: Food & Wine - December, 1993 Submitted By SHARON STEVENS On 10-22-94