You Po La Zi, the soul of Shaanxi’s famous vegetable You Po Noodles, has a spicy and fresh aroma that makes people salivate. But did you know that you can't just use any oil for spicy oil? Different oils will bring different flavors to the spicy pepper.

Rapeseed oil:

Rapeseed oil is the most commonly used oil for spicy food. It has a higher smoke point and will not burn the pot easily. It has a rich aroma and can be used very well. Stimulates the aroma of chili peppers. When choosing rapeseed oil, it is recommended to choose non-GMO, which has a more mellow taste.

Sesame oil:

Sesame oil has a unique aroma and can add a unique flavor to the spicy peppers. Sesame oil has a low smoke point, so be careful when pouring oil, otherwise it will easily burn the pan. It is recommended to add a little sesame oil to the rapeseed oil to enhance the aroma without overpowering the taste.

Lard:

Lard has a strong aroma and when poured on chili peppers, it can bring a mellow flavor to the chili peppers. Lard has a lower smoke point, so be careful when pouring oil. It is recommended to add a little rapeseed oil or sesame oil to the lard to ensure the aroma and prevent the pot from being burned.

Blended oil:

Blended oil is a blend of various vegetable oils. It has a moderate smoke point and a relatively neutral aroma. Using mixed oil to pour the chili seeds can not only ensure the aroma, but also prevent the pot from being burnt. It is suitable for novices.

Tips for pouring oil:

Choice of peppers: For the peppers used in the oil pouring, it is best to choose Erjingtiao or Chaotian pepper. Both of them are spicy and suitable for pouring oil. .

Preparation of peppers: Wash the peppers, dry them, and then cut them into thin strips. When cutting peppers, be sure to wear gloves to avoid being burned.

Control of oil temperature: When making spicy peppers, the oil temperature is very important. If the oil temperature is too low, the aroma will not be stimulated by the chili pepper; if the oil temperature is too high, the chili pepper will easily burn into the pot. It is recommended that the oil temperature be around 70% hot, that is, when the chopsticks are inserted into the oil, dense small bubbles will be generated around it.

Position for pouring oil: When pouring oil, raise the spoon high and let the oil fall from a high place so that it can be poured evenly on the peppers.

Youpochizi may seem simple, but to make youpochizi with rich aroma and moderate spiciness, you need to master certain skills. By mastering these tips, you can also make delicious spicy oil noodles, adding a touch of freshness to your oil noodles.