About The Recipe
Learn how to make my Cannabis Infused Chili Oil recipe—an infusion that's perfect to store and keep at home. This versatile creation serves as the ideal accompaniment to effortlessly elevate your meals. Whether you prefer spreading it on top of your dishes or using it as a flavorful dipping sauce, this cannabis-infused chilli oil requires minimal effort for maximum impact.
The recipe is delightfully uncomplicated, allowing you to infuse your favourite meals with the tantalizing fusion of heat and cannabis goodness. With its simplicity and delicious results, this infusion promises to become a kitchen staple, adding an extra layer of excitement to your dining
What is Chilli Oil?
Chilli oil, a zesty infusion of dried chillies in oil, is a culinary gem that adds a burst of flavour and heat to a variety of dishes. Originating in East Asian cuisines, particularly in Chinese and Korean traditions, chilli oil has earned global popularity for its versatile use. The method of preparation often involves heating oil and infusing it with dried chillies, garlic, and spices, creating a fragrant and fiery condiment.
This spicy elixir has found its way into countless kitchens, becoming a staple for spice enthusiasts and culinary adventurers alike. Pairing exceptionally well with stir-fries, noodles, dumplings, and even pizza, chilli oil enhances the taste of dishes, offering a nuanced heat that lingers on the palate. Its journey from traditional East Asian cuisines to a global culinary sensation reflects the universal appreciation for the irresistible marriage of heat and flavour, making chilli oil an enduring and beloved addition to diverse culinary traditions.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Versatile Flavour Enhancement: Elevate your dishes with a nuanced and lingering heat, perfect for a range of culinary creations from stir-fries to pizza.
- Simple and Convenient Infusion: Enjoy the ease of preparing this cannabis infused chilli oil, providing a quick and accessible way to enhance your meals.
- Health Benefits of Chilli and Cannabis: Benefit from potential metabolism-boosting and anti-inflammatory properties of capsaicin in chilli, coupled with a controlled approach to incorporating cannabinoids for potential therapeutic effects.
Ingredient Substitutions
- Shallot: Don’t have or like shallots? Feel free to use an onion or even green onion instead.
- Chinese Five Spice Powder: If you can’t find chinese 5 spice powder at your local grocery store, or you don’t want to make it yourself, feel free to use another spice blend of your choice that’s similar.
- Tamari/Soy Sauce: I prefer to use tamari for this recipe as it adds a really nice flavour but if you don’t have that, soy sauce will certainly do.
- Quality olive oil: This ingredient is important because it’s the base of your recipe so try to use a good quality one to avoid any flavour variation once heated.
TIPS & TRICKS
- When you fry up your shallots and garlic, make sure you get them crispy but you don’t want them to be burnt!
- The spice level is very customizable, if you want it to be a bit less spicy, just add less chili flakes.
- Investing in a cannabis decarbing and infusing machine was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made! I have the LEVO II and it's a great option for decarbing and infusing cannabis. Essentially this device is a simpler and newer way to decarb and infuse cannabis and turn them into lovely oils, butters, and much more. it's alot easier and cleaner to use than the traditional oven or stovetop or crockpot methods, which I find can leave a lingering odour in your home for many days. Use my code for 10% off any LEVO products here.
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- Decarboxylation and storage of your cannabis infusion are two very important components of the entire infusion process. Read this post on why you need to decarboxylate and what are the best ways to store your cannabis infusions.
Recipe
SERVINGS: 1 cup
TIME REQUIRED: 3-4 hours
Ingredients
- Your herb of choice
- 1 cup high quality olive oil
- 2-3 tbsps toasted sesame seeds
- 2-3 tbsps chili flakes
- 2 tbsps tamari or soy sauce
- 1 tbsp Chinese five spice powder
- 2-3 star anise
- 1 whole garlic
- 1 shallot
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions - LEVO II Method
- Grind up your herb and add to the LEVO II machine.
- Decarb/activate for 30 minutes at 220 degrees F.
- While you are waiting for the flower to decarb, heat up a medium size pot.
- Dice your garlic and shallots and add to the hot pan. You want to get the pieces super crispy but not burnt!
- Add the rest of the ingredients except for the soy sauce.
- Simmer in the olive oil for 10-15 minutes.
- Add the soy sauce and turn off the stove.
- When your flower is finished decarbing, add the chili oil mixture into your LEVO II.
- Infuse for 2-3 hours at 150 degrees F.
- When the infusion is complete, dispense into a glass jar and scoop out the ingredients from the LEVO II machine and into your glass jar.
- Store in the fridge for up to one month!
- Enjoy!
Instructions - Oven & Stovetop Method
- Preheat your oven to 240°F and ensure that the wire racks are placed on the middle level of your oven.
- Break up your cannabis flower into small pieces or gently with a grinder.
- Lay a piece of parchment paper onto a baking tray.
- Spread the cannabis flower evenly onto the parchment paper.
- Once the oven is preheated to the desired temperature, place the baking tray into the oven for 30-45 minutes. Check on the cannabis flower periodically to ensure that it does not burn. Your cannabis flower is ready when it turns into a medium rich brown colour.
- Using oven mitts, remove the baking tray from the oven and set aside.
- In the meantime, heat up a medium pot on your oven to medium heat and add in your shallots and garlic to get them nice and crispy (but not burnt!)
- Add the olive oil and decarboxylated cannabis flower to the pot along with your herbs and spices.
- Allow the cannabis oil mixture to simmer on low-medium heat for at least 30 minutes, up to 2 hours. Ensure you periodically check in on the oil to ensure that the cannabis flower does not burn.
- After the infusion is complete, use a mesh sieve to separate the cannabis flower from the infused chili oil.
- Transfer the infused oil to a glass container.
- Allow the infused chili oil to fully cool before storing away.
- Store your cannabis infused chili oil in a dark cool cupboard for up to 1 year.
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FAQ
Q: How spicy is this recipe?
A: I would say the ingredients in this recipe make a medium spice level chili oil but you can easily make it more or less spicy based on the quantity of chili flakes you add in!
Q: How long does this recipe take to kick in?
A: Cannabis oil is considered to be a cannabis edible, which means that it has to be ingested and processed by your liver before heading up to your blood brain barrier. The onset of cannabis edibles can range from person to person, and can also be impacted by a variety of factors, such as one’s metabolism. Generally cannabis edibles can take anywhere from 30 minutes all the way to 2 hours for the onset, and the experience can last between 4 to 12 hours.
Q: How long will this recipe take to make?
A: Because this recipe includes the infusion time for the oil and the cannabis flour, it takes about 3-4 hours. You could skip the infusion time if you already have infused olive oil you’d like to use and just follow steps 4-7.
Hey I’m Anna, also known as Cannabinista™
I’m a cannabis content creator, recipe developer, and enthusiast for the ancient plant. I’ve dedicated my platforms to helping you create a healthy relationship with cannabis through mindful consumption and providing education that resonates with the modern consumer.
My ultimate goal is to debunk traditional stoner stereotypes and myths, by showcasing the world of cannabis through my POV.
