Homemade Chili Crisp

Category: Condiment / Topping
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 15–20 minutes

INGREDIENTS:

• Red chili flakes (e.g. Urfa biber, gochugaru, or smoked chili flakes)
• 100% pure chili powder (not a spice blend)
• Fried shallots (store-bought or homemade)
• 3–4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
• Fresh orange zest
• 1 tablespoon of finely chopped ginger
• 3 tablespoons of olive oil (or neutral oil)
• 1 tablespoon of dried mushroom powder (porcini, shiitake, etc.)
• 1/4 cup chopped dates
• Nuts and seeds (pistachios, almonds, pepitas, etc.)
• Salt to taste

PREPARATION:

1. Mix chili flakes, chili powder, mushroom powder, zest, and salt in a small bowl and set aside.
2. In a pan, heat the oil over medium. Add garlic and ginger. Cook until garlic starts to toast.
3. Add nuts and seeds. Cook a few more minutes until golden and crisp.
4. Turn off heat. Add fried shallots, chopped dates, and spice mix. Stir well — the heat will toast the spices.
5. Once slightly cooled, transfer to a glass jar and store in the fridge.