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Homemade Spicy Chili Crisp

Packed with chilies, Sichuan peppercorns, spices, roasted peanuts, fried onion, and fried garlic, this homemade chili crisp truly has everything you could ever need to complete just about any dish. [Video: Natalie Holt. Recipe: Sohla El-Waylly] Get the Recipe

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