Habanero Oil
Spicy, fruity and full of flavor, this Habanero oil is the perfect condiment to drizzle over your pizzas, pastas or any other dishes that need a kick of heat and deliciousness.
The oil needs just 2 simple ingredients to put together, and is a great make-ahead condiment that you can store in the fridge for weeks- just like my Sichuan chili oil.
I’m a big fan of infused oils, especially chili oils- they're a great condiment to have on hand and top over dishes that need that little extra spice.
This spicy oil is among my list of favorite homemade condiments- right on the top with my classic garlic habanero hot sauce and my habanero hot honey.
Quick Look
- 🔪Prep time: 2 minutes.
- ⏲️Cook time: 15 minutes.
- 👪 Servings: 6.
- 📋Main ingredients: Habanero chilies, oil.
- ♨️Cooking method: Heat oil 🡢 slice and add habanero peppers 🡢 cook on low for 10 minutes 🡢 cool, strain and store.
- ⭐Difficulty: Easy.
- 🥣Serving ideas: Use the spicy oil as a base for your salad dressings or to add a kick of heat to your condiments like Lecsó.
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What's So Great About the Recipe?
- My favorite part about this Habanero chili oil is its versatility. Infused oils have a lot of flavor, and can be used to add a nice bit of heat to the dish, and this flavored oil is the perfect example.
- I like topping it on my breakfast toast or spooning some of it over my bowl of instant ramen along with my homemade Ramen seasoning.
Recipe Ingredients
You’ll need just 2 simple ingredients to make the Habanero oil from scratch.
Olive oil: I used 2 cups of extra virgin olive oil for the recipe. Olive oil is a great choice because it is super versatile, and also contains a natural balance of omega 3 and omega 6 fatty acids, which are great for your skin and eyes.
Habanero peppers: Fresh Habaneros are the essence of this spicy oil.
See recipe card for quantities.
Substitutions & Variations
- I used extra virgin olive oil as the base for this Habanero chilli oil. You can choose to use any other oil of your choice.
- Remember to use oil that has a high smoke point for this recipe. Avocado oil is a great choice.
- To take the flavors of the peppers to the next level, you can throw some fresh or roasted garlic into the oil.
How to Make Habanero Oil
Step 1: Start by pouring the oil in a pot over low heat. Chop up the Habanero peppers or slice them thinly.
Step 2: Add peppers in the oil and let it simmer on low heat for about 10-15 minutes.
Step 3: Remove from the heat and allow to cool down.
💭Top Tip
If you want the oil to have less heat, you can halve the amount of chillies you’re adding.
Tips & Tricks to Nail the Recipe
- While fresh habanero peppers are the essence of this oil, you can also add some other chili peppers if you want to. I love using my dried jalapeno flakes sometimes.
- Dried ghost peppers can be another great addition to this hot Habanero pepper oil.
- Black peppercorn can also be a fun addition to the oil, and can lend it a nice earthy undertone.
- If you want the Habanero oil to have a bit of a fruity and citrusy aroma, you can add some lime or orange zest into it towards the end.
- You can use a stainless steel pot to heat the oil and infuse the chillies, or even a cast iron pan if you want to.
How to Use the Habanero Chili Oil
This spicy oil can be used in a marinade for your meats, or even topped over them before serving to brighten up their flavor. This chili oil can be a perfect pizza topping to satisfy your craving for something spicy. Just a little oil can do the trick. I love using it to make my marinated tomatoes and even my favorite Bruschetta dip for a nice kick of heat.
You can also drizzle it over your pasta dishes. It is the perfect condiment to spoon over your Asian favorites- fried rice, noodles and even your tacos for that matter.
Troubleshooting & FAQs
You can make habanero oil with dried habanero chillies, but using the fresh variety will give you a much stronger flavor.
Most homemade chili oils, including this Habanero oil can turn rancid after a period of time, since they don’t have any preservatives added in.
The easiest way to store the oil is to pour the oil in a sterilized jar or an airtight container and then move it into the refrigerator after it has cooled down. You can also use a mason jar if you want to. Remember to let it sit at room temperature for 1-2 hours before bottling it.
This chili oil can stay fresh for up to 2 weeks when stored in a cool and dark place, or for months if refrigerated.
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Habanero oil
Ingredients
- 2 cup olive oil extra virgin
- 3-4 Habanero peppers
Instructions
- Start by pouring the oil in a pot over low heat.
- Chop up the Habanero peppers or slice them thinly.
- Add peppers in the oil and let it simmer on low heat for about 10-15 minutes.
- Remove from the heat and allow to cool down.
- You can now strain the oil before storing it, or allow the peppers to steep in the oil to bring in more heat.
Notes
- While fresh habanero peppers are the essence of this oil, you can also add some other chili peppers if you want to.
- Dried ghost peppers can be another great addition to this hot Habanero pepper oil.
- You can also choose to throw in some chili flakes to bring that beautiful chunky texture to the oil.
- Black peppercorn can also be a fun addition to the oil, and can lend it a nice earthy undertone.
- If you want the Habanero oil to have a bit of a fruity and citrusy aroma, you can add some lime or orange zest into it towards the end.
- You can use a stainless steel pot to heat the oil and infuse the chillies, or even a cast iron pan if you want to.
Turned out SO good. I love spicy food and I ended up using the entire bottle within a couple of weeks!