Low Fat Homemade Chili Crisp
Elevate your meals with this *Low Fat Homemade Chili Crisp*, a lighter but equally flavorful twist on the beloved condiment. Bursting with aromatic garlic, fresh ginger, and a gentle heat from dried red chili flakes and crushed Sichuan peppercorns, this recipe is perfect for those who love bold flavors without the heavy oils. Simmered in a base of vegetable broth, soy sauce, and coconut aminos, and enriched with just a hint of sesame oil, this chili crisp is as healthy as it is versatile. Perfectly balanced with a touch of sweetness from sugar and a savory note from scallions, it complements everything from noodles to rice to dumplings. Ready in just 25 minutes and easily stored for up to 2 weeks, this easy, low-fat alternative will become your go-to finishing touch. Indulge in the rich, spicy goodness guilt-free!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 30 grams dried red chili flakes
- 3 tablespoons garlic, minced
- 1.5 tablespoons fresh ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 120 milliliters vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon coconut aminos
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon sichuan peppercorns, crushed
- 2 scallions, finely sliced
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the vegetable broth, soy sauce, and coconut aminos. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and ginger to the saucepan and simmer gently for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
Stir in the dried red chili flakes, crushed Sichuan peppercorns, and sesame oil. Continue to simmer over low heat for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the sliced scallions, salt, and sugar to the mixture. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
Simmer for another 3-5 minutes until the mixture is aromatic and slightly thickened, being careful not to burn the chili flakes.
Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature. Once cooled, transfer the chili crisp into a sterilized jar or airtight container.
Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Use this low-fat chili crisp to enhance and add spice to your favorite dishes, such as noodles, dumplings, or rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
459 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.3 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.2 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2773 mg | 121% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.5 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.2 g | 97% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.3 g | ||
| Protein | 14.7 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 140 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 8.9 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 1088 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
