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Social media food trends are always fun, whether it’s aggressively whisking coffee into soft fluffy clouds or raising your own sourdough starter, it always turns into a fun experience, proving once and for all that food is a universal language.
But what do you do when you fall down the social media food trend rabbit hole and end up with a little too much chilli oil and are not sure what to do with it? Well, do not worry, because we have got you covered. Here are five recipes to use up all your extra chilli oil without keeping things too monotonous.
Chilli Oil Noodles
A culinary classic that you will find very difficult to mess up, this dish is addictive in the best way possible. Really heroing the oil and all its aromatics, this bowl of noodles will always leave you reaching for more.
Spinach, Feta & Chilli Oil Pastries
A crowd-pleasing snack that is both delicious and fun to make, this recipe takes a classic breakfast food and elevates it unexpectedly. From the crunch of the pastry to the saltiness of the cheese and the bite of the oil, this is a perfectly balanced snack that you cannot help but love.
Whipped Cottage Cheese & Chilli Oil
The kind of dish that just screams summer in a way you cannot quite explain, this plate is light, bright and arguably the best dip for the summer. Not only is it easy to make, but it is also the kind of dip that can level up your snacking game, no questions asked.
Chilli Oil Crunch Tacos
Not only is this dish vegan, but it is also highly customisable. The kind of dish that you can make with your friends, and let each person customise their fillings to their liking. It doesn’t matter if you choose to go the plant-based route or the meat-based route; you simply have to try it.
Chilli Oil Eggs
Sometimes all you have to do is use your chilli oil as oil, and elevate a simple dish, making all its elements shine. From the runniness of the yolk (if that is your thing), to the fluffiness of the rice, and the zing of the chilli, this is the kind of dish you can have for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Chilli Oil Ice Cream
If you fancy yourself someone with a more adventurous palate, this nutty, sweet, spicy and light dessert is perfect for you. Not only is it beyond easy to make, but it is also the kind of dessert that will keep you on your toes while levelling up your usual dessert game. Chocolate who?
And there you have it! Six quick and easy recipes for you to experiment with!