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Chili crisp / la gan jiao

老干妈· lao gan ma

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Taste & Role

SpicySavory

All-purpose condiment and finishing heat.

What it is

Lao Gan Ma chili crisp is China's most-loved jar: fried chili flakes in oil with fermented soybeans and peanuts. Use it straight over rice or noodles, or fry a spoonful as the aroma base for stir-fried dishes. It is shelf-stable for months.

Nutrition

per 100 g
Calories
700 kcal
Protein
0 g
Total fat
66.67 g
Carbs
0 g
Fiber
0 g
Sodium
1600 mg

USDA FoodData Central

Substitutes

No registered substitutes — this one is usually easy to find.

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