Orange Chili Oil

This is a smoky, citrus version of the Asian oil. This is great for general cooking and dim sum. Also goes great for salad dressings.

Ready

• 2 tablespoons of dried chipotle chili, stems and seeds removed
• 1 cup peanut oil
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• Zest of 2 large oranges

Set

• Heat resistant jar
• Saute pan

Go

1. Process chipolte in a blender for about 20 seconds.
2. Place chopped chipolte in heat resistant jar with orange zest.
3. Heat peanut oil in pan over medium-high heat until it starts to smoke. Continue to heat for another 15 seconds.
4. Remove from heat and wait 3 minutes, or until the oil has cooled to 225 f.
5. Carefully pour heated oil into heat-resistant bowl. Add sesame oil. Let set for 15 minutes to infuse.
6. Strain into airtight jar and let cool. When cool seal and keep in cool, dark place.