Piri Piri Oil

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Classic extra-virgin olive oil gets a kick from spicy habanero chiles and tart lemon zest in this recipe from Dave DeWitt's "The Complete Chile Pepper Book."Also Try:Oregano-Garlic Green Chile Vinegar

The Martha Stewart Show, January 2011, The Martha Stewart Show, January 2011

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Recipe Summary

Yield:

Makes 3 cups

Ingredients

3 cups extra-virgin olive oil
2 habanero chiles, halved lengthwise
1 teaspoon lemon zest
2 dried bay leaves

Directions

Step 1
Place all ingredients in a clean jar and close tightly. Transfer to refrigerator and let stand at least 2 weeks, until desired level of heat is reached, stirring every 2 to 3 days. Remove chiles and keep refrigerated until ready to use.

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