Chili oil

[Greenveg]

Hi,
I have been given a bottle of kimm & miller Mexican chilli oil. I have not used this before, and although I am no cooking expect, I was wondering how to use it. I like to cook steak on my griddle pan, and I normally rub in olive oil, salt and white pepper before cooking. Could I do this with this oil.
Regards.

 

[Chef Munky]

Hello Greenveg,
Welcome to DC.

Yes you can use it for your steak and then some.
I use it it warmed up with other spices added for dipping pieces of a nice hot loaf of artisan bread. Drizzle some over a pizza. Try it in chili.

Here's a few more ideas.
How to Use Chile Oil in Everyday Cooking | Epicurious.com

Munky Badger

 

[Steve Kroll]

I wouldn't cook with it. I suspect it's a condiment or finishing oil made to drizzle over foods that are already cooked. For example, scrambled eggs or meat, or even used (sparingly) in a citrus-based vinaigrette.

 

[CraigC]

Mexican Chili oil? Does the bottle say what chili(s) were used to infuse the oil? It could be as mild as guajillo or as fiery as arbol, japone or pequin. I'd first try a little on the tip of my finger to determine heat level, then as Steve mentioned, use as a finishing oil and not a cooking oil.

 

[Greenveg]

Chilli oil

There is a label tied to the jar which says Ingredients : Sunflower oil, Dried red chilli flakes (6.7%), Dried red chillies (2.2&), Bay leaves, Flavouring.

 

[CraigC]

There is a label tied to the jar which says Ingredients : Sunflower oil, Dried red chilli flakes (6.7%), Dried red chillies (2.2&), Bay leaves, Flavouring.

I'd just call it chili oil. I think "Mexican" is a stretch and of the Mexican foods I've made, none used bay leaves.

 

[buckytom]

Flavouring? Con mucho sabor!

Be sure to refrigerate it after opening, or you might get to experience Moctezuma's nasty little gift.

 

[CraigC]

Flavouring? Con mucho sabor!

Be sure to refrigerate it after opening, or you might get to experience Moctezuma's nasty little gift.

Now if it had a worm in the bottle...........