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Five Flavor Oil Recipe

Elevate your Asian dishes with this light and lovely Five Flavor Oil! Adapted from Barbara Tropp's renowned "China Moon Cookbook," this fragrant oil is incredibly versatile. Drizzle it over noodles and salads for an explosion of flavor, or use it to enhance the taste of delicate fish. The subtle cloudiness that may develop doesn't affect its deliciousness. Prepare to be amazed by the depth of flavor in this simple yet extraordinary recipe!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 2034.8 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Five Flavor Oil

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How to Make Five Flavor Oil

  1. Combine all ingredients in a heavy-bottomed 1-quart saucepan.
  2. Place a deep-fry thermometer against the inside of the saucepan.
  3. Over medium-low heat, gently heat the mixture, stirring occasionally, until it reaches a bubbly 225°F (107°C).
  4. Reduce heat to the lowest setting and maintain a simmer for 15 minutes, ensuring the temperature does not exceed 225°F (107°C).
  5. Remove from heat and let the oil cool completely (or refrigerate overnight) to allow the flavors to meld.
  6. Carefully strain the oil through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth-lined strainer, pressing gently on the solids to extract as much oil as possible.
  7. Discard the solids.
  8. Store the Five Flavor Oil in a clean, airtight glass jar in a cool, dark place for up to 2 months.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

6g

Fat

158g

Carbs

2g

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30 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion Low Protein Very Low Carbs Condiments Etc Vegetables Asian Japanese Easy Vegetarian Dietary Gifts Low Sodium Low Carb Low In Something Onions 3 Steps Or Less