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Chef John’s Signature Oil – Green Onion Oil

Homemade green onion oil is a secret weapon to cook dishes with less prep and to add extra flavor to your food. Chef John shares his simple green onion oil recipe that will make all the difference to cook authentic Chinese food.

Chef John’s Signature Oil – Green Onion Oil
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Recipe
PRE TIME: 10 min
COOKING TIME: 10 min
TOTAL TIME: 20 min
50 SERVING
Ingredients:
  • 4 cup Vegetable Oil
  • 9 oz. Green Onion, Halfed
Directions:
Step 1
Step 1
1
In a wok over low heat, heat the oil to 350°F-400°F/ 180°C-200°C.
Step 2
Step 2
2
Add the lower half of green onion and stir well. Fry for about 1 minute.
Step 3
Step 3
3
Add the upper half of green onion and fry ingredients until dark brown to maximize flavors.
Step 4
Step 4
4
Turn off the heat at temp 482°F/250°C. Remove the aromatics from the oil using a strainer.
Step 5
Step 5
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Store in an airtight bottle or jar.