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Published on Leave a comment on Micro Pharms Fried Chili Oil

This Micro Pharms Fried Chili Oil, like their Crunchy Garlic Oil, came from Whole Foods. We found that other one kind of mild, and hoped this one would be spicier.

Micro Pharms Fried Chili Oil jar
Main Flavor Elements
  • Peanut
  • Chili
Snapshot
  • Base oil(s): Olive, sesame
  • Solids to oil ratio: HIgh
  • Flavor Enhancer: Natural
  • Potential allergens: Peanuts, sesame
  • Storage: Keep in a cool, dry place
Our Impressions
  • Heat level: Medium to low
  • Texture: Nutty crunch
  • Saltiness: Low (60mg. per 14gm.)

This version replaces the almond in the Crunchy Garlic Oil with peanuts, which makes it somewhat crunchier by comparison. Again, the oil is clouded by something else in the mix.

No onion this time, the spice instead provided by red pepper chili flakes. Even though the first solid ingredient on the list, upon inspection it doesn't appear to be, and the heat from them is negligible. We would like to have seen more pepper flakes, a little less peanut and maybe a tad more salt.

We were going to categorize this one as a New Wave style, but decided on Crunchy Oil instead.

Ingredients

Olive oil, red pepper chili flakes, peanuts, sesame oil, sea salt, spices

More Information

Brand: Micro Pharms
Style: Chili Oil
Price Paid: $8.79 / 6oz.
Country of Origin: USA
Manufacturer website: micrpharms.com
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Published on Leave a comment on Micro Pharms Crunchy Garlic Oil

This Micro Pharms Crunchy Garlic Oil came from Whole Foods, who sells it alongside a Fried Chili Oil version. We thought it a little pricy, but wanted to try both.

Micro Pharms Crunchy Garlic Oil jar
Main Flavor Elements
  • Garlic
  • Onion
  • Sesame
Snapshot
  • Base oil(s): Olive, sesame
  • Solids to oil ratio: High
  • Flavor Enhancer: Natural
  • Potential allergens: Sesame, nuts
  • Storage: Keep in a cool, dry place
Our Impressions
  • Heat level: Low
  • Texture: Nutty crunch
  • Saltiness: Low (60mg. per 14gm.)

One of few we've seen with an olive oil base. We noted the oil on both this one and the Fried Chili Oil version was kind of cloudy, which we chalked up to an interaction with something else, likely the sesame oil or the garlic extract. The solids have a nutty crunch, obviously from the almonds, with a secondary texture via the onion. While the crunch was there, we found ourselves wishing for a little more heat or salt. Perhaps the other version referenced fills that want.

Ingredients

Olive oil, fried garlic, chili flakes, fried onion, almonds, sesame oil, sea salt, garlic extract, spices

More Information

Brand: Micro Pharms
Style: Crunchy oil
Price Paid: $8.79 / 6oz.
Country of Origin: USA
Manufacturer website: micropharms.com
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