Spicy Curry Oil
4 servings
20 minutes
Curry flavored oil is a fragrant addition inspired by Japanese cuisine that transforms any dish into a culinary masterpiece. Its roots lie in traditional cooking methods where spices reveal the depth of flavor. A delicate balance of sweet and spicy notes is achieved through a combination of cinnamon, star anise, turmeric, and curry, while onion, ginger, and garlic add richness. This oil is perfect for dressing rice, noodles or vegetables and can also serve as a base for sauces. The slow cooking process allows the ingredients to infuse with each other, creating a rich bouquet of aromas. This elixir of flavor not only warms but also fills dishes with Eastern magic.
1
Finely chop the leek, onion, and ginger.
- Leek: 2 pieces
- Onion: 2 heads
- Ginger root: 1 piece
2
Place all ingredients in a pan and simmer on low heat for 1 hour. Let cool, then strain. Cover and refrigerate.
- Leek: 2 pieces
- Onion: 2 heads
- Ginger root: 1 piece
- Garlic: 4 cloves
- Vegetable broth: 225 ml
- Bay leaf: 1 piece
- Chili pepper flakes: 0.5 teaspoon
- Cinnamon sticks: 1 piece
- Anise (star anise): 2 pieces
- Paprika: 0.5 teaspoon
- Curry: 1 teaspoon
- Turmeric: 0.5 teaspoon