Why Chile Oil is Trending | Eater
"A mass-produced Chinese condiment whose Spicy Chili Crisp has become the de facto benchmark for oil-based chile condiments in the U.S.; inexpensive and widely available, it originates in Guizhou flavor traditions and is often described as saltier and heavier on MSG—a 'junk food-y' but beloved prototype that many restaurant-made oils consciously position themselves against." - Cathy Erway
