Sesame and Chilli Oil

• 150 ml (5 fl oz) groundnut or vegetable oil
• 3 tablespoons

Heat a wok over a high heat, add the groundnut or vegetable oil and, when the oil is moderately hot, add the chillies and Sichuan peppercorns. Lower the heat and continue to cook over a low heat for about 10 minutes. Stir in the sesame oil and allow the mixture to cool thoroughly.

Strain the mixture through a fine sieve. Use at once or store, tightly covered, in the refrigerator for up