Spicy Thecha Chilli Oil: A Multi-Purpose Condiment

By Devi Poojari

July 21, 2023

From drizzling over fried eggs at breakfast to adding a touch of this deeply flavoured spicy oil to curries and stews, this thecha oil is a fun desi twist to its Chinese counterpart.

INGREDIENTS

1 tablespoon minced ginger 1 tablespoon chopped green chillies 2 spring onions, chopped 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1 tablespoon crushed peanuts 2 tablespoons chopped coriander 1 teaspoon raw sugar 1 tablespoon soy sauce 100 ml peanut oil Salt, to taste

METHOD

Add all the ingredients, except the oil to a mixing bowl and combine using a spoon.

METHOD

Heat the oil until it begins to smoke and pour it over the mixture.

METHOD

Let it sizzle for a couple of minutes before cooling completely and transferring to an air-tight jar.

METHOD

Refrigerate for up to two weeks and use over fried eggs, avocado toast, as a side to parathas, etc.