Chile Oil - Whole Foods

• 3 teaspoons peppercorns (white, black or pink)
• 3 teaspoons cumin seeds
• 3 teaspoons red chili pepper flakes
• 1 12 teaspoons salt
• 1 (25 1/2 ounce) bottle extra virgin olive oil or 1 (25 1/2 ounce) bottle canola oil
• 10 whole dried chili pods

1. Wash 3 glass bottles with hot soapy water, rinse well and set aside to dry.
2. Once dry, place 1 teaspoon peppercorns, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1 teaspoon red chile flakes and 1/2 teaspoon salt in each bottle.
3. Heat olive oil and chile pods in a sauce pan to 150F, turn heat off and allow oil to sit for a half hour.
4. Carefully strain out chile pods.
5. Place funnel in the bottle opening and pour oil in the bottle, leaving about 1 to 2 inches at the top.
6. Shake to mix well, seal and store in a cool dark place for 1 week before enjoying.
7. Package with a stainless steel spout around the neck of the bottle for easy dispensing.

peppercorns, cumin seeds, red chili pepper, salt, olive oil

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/chile-oil-whole-foods-383732 (may not work)