Fly By Jing Sichuan Chili Crisp - Original is one of the spicier takes on the condiment. It is based on a blend of rapeseed (canola) and soybean oils. Its "original" version packs a significant amount of heat due to the Sichuan peppercorn content, which can have a numbing effect on the lips and tongue. This effect is considered a positive.
Main Flavor Elements
- Dried Chili Pepper
- Preserved Black Bean
- Garlic
- Sesame Oil
- Salt
- Shallots
- Ginger
- Mushroom Powder
- Sichuan Pepper
- Seaweed Powder
- Spices
Snapshot
- Base oil(s): Canola, soybean
- Solids to oil ratio: Medium
- Flavor Enhancer: Natural
- Potential allergens: Sesame
- Storage: Refrigerate after opening
Our Impressions
- Heat level: Hot
- Texture: Mildly crunchy
- Saltiness: Moderate (390 mg. per 30 gm.)
Fly By Jing Sichuan Chili Crisp - Original is perhaps the most visible brands of sichuan chili crisps, due to its availability at even Walmart. A collaboration with the Fishwife brand of premium tinned seafoods also brought it higher awareness in that popular market segment.
The ratio of crunchy bits to oil is lower in the Fly By Jing. The solids are also much finer than others compared here. Some are even powdery fine, giving it a muddy consistency. As such, you'll really want to stir it up well, right before serving. Each and every time you spoon some out, in fact. The serving size is a spare one teaspoon. You'll likely use more than that. Maybe not two tablespoons, but certainly more than just a teaspoon.
Ingredients
Non-GMO Rapeseed oil, Non-GMO Soybean oil, Dried Chili Pepper, Preserved Black Bean, Garlic, Sesame Oil, Salt, Shallots, Ginger, Mushroom Powder, Sichuan Pepper, Seaweed Powder, Spices
More Information
You may encounter an earlier version of the Original label, which, as of this writing, is still within "sell by" dating. It contains a considerable amount of verbiage about the creator, Jing "Jenny" Gao, her name and her life experience. The updated label has eliminated that and the ambiguity of the former, now stating "Original" clearly.
In addition to the Original, there are also Sweet & Spicy, Xtra Crunchy and Xtra Spicy versions. Original and Sweet & Spicy are considered "medium". The Xtra Crunchy is "mild", and the Xtra Spicy is "very spicy". Notably, but inconspicuously, MSG is absent in all versions, its umami role replaced by mushroom powder.
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Brand: Fly By Jing
Style: Chili crisp
Price paid: $9.39 / 6oz.
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