Ginger Scallion Oil
Ginger Scallion Oil
Ingredients
- 7 tablespoons neutral oil
- 1/2 cup ginger, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup scallions, thinly sliced
- 1/8 teaspoon sand ginger powder
- 1/2 teaspoon fish sauce, or to taste
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- 1
Heat the neutral oil in a small saucepan or skillet over medium-low heat until shimmering, about 2-3 minutes. You want the oil hot enough to gently sizzle the ingredients, but not smoke.
⏱️ 3 min
- 2
Add the finely chopped ginger, sliced scallions, sand ginger powder, fish sauce, and salt to the hot oil. Stir immediately to combine all ingredients.
⏱️ 1 min
- 3
Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, for 2-3 minutes. The goal is to gently infuse the oil with the aromatics and slightly soften the ginger and scallions, but not to brown them. Remove from heat.
⏱️ 3 min
- 4
Transfer the ginger scallion oil to a small heatproof bowl or jar. It can be served immediately or stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Bring to room temperature before serving for best flavor.
⏱️ 1 min
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Ginger Scallion Oil
- 7 tablespoons neutral oil
- 1/2 cup ginger, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup scallions, thinly sliced
- 1/8 teaspoon sand ginger powder
- 1/2 teaspoon fish sauce, or to taste
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- 1
Heat the neutral oil in a small saucepan or skillet over medium-low heat until shimmering, about 2-3 minutes. You want the oil hot enough to gently sizzle the ingredients, but not smoke.
⏱️ 3 min - 2
Add the finely chopped ginger, sliced scallions, sand ginger powder, fish sauce, and salt to the hot oil. Stir immediately to combine all ingredients.
⏱️ 1 min - 3
Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, for 2-3 minutes. The goal is to gently infuse the oil with the aromatics and slightly soften the ginger and scallions, but not to brown them. Remove from heat.
⏱️ 3 min - 4
Transfer the ginger scallion oil to a small heatproof bowl or jar. It can be served immediately or stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Bring to room temperature before serving for best flavor.
⏱️ 1 min