Curry Leaf Chili Oil

Curry Leaf Chili Oil — bright and zingy, this effortless, make-ahead condiment is the perfect way to add a pop of Indian flavor on your favorite dishes! With curry leaves, garlic, mustard seeds, lemon zest, and more, it comes together in just 10 minutes and is something I always have on hand!

Course Chutneys & Dips, Pantry Items, Side Dish

Cuisine Indian

Keyword condiments

Custom Category Chutneys & Dips, Pantry Items, Sides

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes

Servings 32

Calories 49 kcal

Author Nidhi Bothra

Ingredients

1/2 cup oil , use any neutral oil
1/3 cup curry leaves , finely chopped
2 tsp ginger , finely chopped
2 thai red chilies , finely chopped
2 thai green chilies , finely chopped
2 tsp mustard seeds
1 tbsp white urad dal (split matpe beans) , dry roasted
1 tsp black peppercorns , crushed
1 tsp salt
2 tsp white sesame seeds , dry roasted
1/2 tsp lemon zest
4 cloves garlic , minced (optional)

Instructions

Dry roast the sesame seeds and white urad dal separately on medium heat for 2-3 minutes until just fragrant.
Combine all the ingredients (except the oil) in a bowl.
Heat your oil on medium heat and once it starts sizzling, add this into the bowl with the rest of the ingredients. Mix everything well.
Once your oil is cool, you can store it in an airtight container for up to 15 days. Your Curry Leaf Chili Oil is ready, enjoy!

Recipe Video

Nutrition Facts

Curry Leaf Chili Oil

Amount Per Serving

Calories 49 Calories from Fat 45

% Daily Value*

Fat 5g8%

Saturated Fat 0.4g3%

Trans Fat 0.02g

Polyunsaturated Fat 1g

Monounsaturated Fat 3g

Sodium 106mg5%

Potassium 19mg1%

Carbohydrates 2g1%

Fiber 1g4%

Sugar 0.3g0%

Protein 1g2%

Vitamin A 274IU5%

Vitamin C 132mg160%

Calcium 31mg3%

Iron 0.2mg1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.