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Scallion Oil

A delightful condiment that adds a burst of flavor to dishes, especially noodles and grilled meats.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Condiment
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 cup chopped scallions green parts only
  • 1 cup neutral oil such as vegetable or canola
  • 1 teaspoon salt optional

Equipment

  • Small saucepan
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Heatproof jar or container for storage

Method
 

  1. Wash the scallions thoroughly and chop them into small pieces.
  2. In a small saucepan, pour in the neutral oil and heat it over medium heat until hot but not smoking.
  3. Carefully add the chopped scallions to the hot oil.
  4. Stir the scallions in the oil for about 2-3 minutes until they turn bright green and fragrant.
  5. Remove the saucepan from heat to avoid overcooking.
  6. Allow the scallion oil to cool down in the saucepan for about 10 minutes.
  7. Using a fine mesh strainer, strain the oil into a heatproof jar.
  8. Seal the jar tightly and store it in the refrigerator.

Notes

This scallion oil can last up to two weeks in the refrigerator. For an extra kick, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes to the oil while cooking the scallions.