1cup(237ml)neutral oil(avocado, grapeseed, or refined liquid coconut oil all work great)
8clovesgarlicthinly sliced
Optional Add-Ins:
1cinnamon stick
2star anise pods
Instructions
Place the chili flakes, sugar, and salt in a glass jar that will hold about one cup of oil.
Place the oil, sliced garlic, cinnamon stick (if using), and star anise (if using) in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Cook just until the garlic is crisp, about 10 minutes (watch carefully as to not burn the garlic).
Remove the cinnamon stick and star anise from the oil and use a slotted spoon to remove the garlic. Place the garlic in the jar with the pepper flakes then pour the oil over the chili flake mixture. Give it a stir and let stand at least 30 minutes before using.
Notes
Store the leftover oil in a lidded jar in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.