Thai Perfumed Oil
Elevate your culinary creations with Thai Perfumed Oil, a fragrant and versatile infusion that captures the vibrant essence of Thai cuisine. Crafted with a blend of lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, galangal, garlic, shallots, and fiery Thai bird's eye chilies, this aromatic oil is gently simmered to unlock its bold flavors without overpowering its delicate notes. Perfectly balanced and richly scented, it serves as an excellent base for marinades, dressings, and stir-fries or a luxurious finishing touch for soups and salads. Easy to prepare and with a shelf life of up to one month, this infused oil is a must-have pantry staple for anyone looking to bring authentic Thai flair to their dishes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 240 ml Neutral cooking oil (e.g., rice bran oil or vegetable oil)
- 2 pieces Lemongrass stalks
- 4 pieces Kaffir lime leaves
- 30 g Galangal (sliced)
- 4 pieces Garlic cloves
- 2 pieces Shallots
- 3 pieces Thai bird's eye chilies
Instructions
Prepare the aromatics by lightly bruising the lemongrass stalks with the back of a knife, tearing the kaffir lime leaves slightly to release their aroma, and cutting the galangal, garlic, and shallots into thin slices.
In a small saucepan, pour the neutral cooking oil and heat it over low-medium heat. Avoid overheating the oil to prevent burning the aromatics.
Add the sliced galangal, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, garlic, shallots, and Thai bird's eye chilies to the oil.
Cook the aromatics gently, stirring occasionally, for about 10 to 15 minutes, or until they become fragrant and lightly golden. Be careful not to let the ingredients burn, as this will impart a bitter flavor to the oil.
Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the oil to cool completely with the aromatics still in it. This helps infuse the oil with deeper flavors.
Once cooled, strain the oil through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a sterilized glass jar or bottle.
Seal the jar tightly and store the perfumed oil in a cool, dark place. It can be kept for up to 1 month and used as a flavorful addition to Thai dishes or as a base for dressings and marinades.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2286 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 241.2 g | 309% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.6 g | 173% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 26 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.3 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.2 g | ||
| Protein | 5.7 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 154 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 12.8 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 1434 mg | 31% | |
*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.
