Oriental Oil

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   Put about half the oil in a heavy-bottomed saucepan.

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   Heat it, stirring constantly, over medium heat, until the spices start to sizzle and the oil bubbles a bit.

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   If you have a candy thermometer, heat the oil to 140F Be very careful not to burn it.

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   Sesame oil burns at a very low temperature.

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   Cook for about 5 minutes.

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   The oil should be very aromatic at this point.

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   Remove the pan from heat, transfer the oil and flavorings to a bowl, and allow to cool.

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   Taste the oil to make sure that it hasn't burned, and that it tastes strongly of the spices and herbs.

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   If it doesn't, add more flavorings, and heat again.

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    Add the remaining plain oil to the flavored oil, strain through a cheesecloth if necessary, put the oil in bottles and store them in the refrigerator.

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    It will keep up to 2 months (if made with olive oil, 1 month).

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